Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer — Prototyping to Flight
Reflect Orbital
Reflect Orbital in Hawthorne, California, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design and validate spacecraft subcomponents. You will be responsible for delivering critical hardware while managing tight deadlines and ensuring reliability in space environments. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of design experience, extensive CAD knowledge, and a collaborative approach to complex system design. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and unlimited paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr Reflect Orbital
$140k - $180k
...space technology startup in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Mixed Signal Electrical Engineer. This position involves developing cutting-edge prototypes and refining designs to achieve flight readiness. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in electrical engineering, experience in...Suggested- ...development company in Torrance, California is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop critical flight hardware. The ideal candidate will manage real flight hardware, contributing to rapid prototyping and integration efforts. A Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering...Suggested
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- DescriptionSAIC is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer. This position is located in Redondo Beach, CA and requires a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph... ...& integration of satellite busesKnowledgeable of launch & flight operations of space vehicleJob Field: Engineering and...SuggestedFor contractors
$100k - $120k
...foundation model to automate spacecraft design and production... ..., and ambitious engineers. Whether your passion... ...Engineer Intern (Mechanical) As a Spacecraft Engineer... ...& Machining Hands‑on Prototyping: Fabricate and... ...lbs and work around flight hardware. Preferred Skills...SuggestedInternshipWorldwideShift workWeekend work$100k - $120k
A leading aerospace manufacturer in Hawthorne, CA is looking for a Spacecraft Engineer Intern (Mechanical) to manage spacecraft design and integration projects. This role involves hands-on prototyping, mechanical design, and collaboration with experienced engineers to ensure...Internship$110k - $164k
...foundation model to automate spacecraft design and production... ..., and ambitious engineers. Whether your passion... ...Engineer - Mechanical , you’ll be one of the... ...primary architects of our flight systems — designing,... ...machining and rapid prototyping of parts. Operate or...WorldwideWeekend work$140.33k - $179.31k
.... Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.About this RoleVarda is seeking an Senior Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics Engineer to support operation of Varda's current vehicles and the development of Varda's next reentry vehicle - from rarefied entry...Permanent employmentFull timeImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours$120k - $150k
...Description Job Description Founding Mechanical & Aerodynamics Engineer - Own the airframe of a new class of... ...built and demonstrated working flight hardware with military users and is... ...internal fabrication capabilities to prototype, test, and iterate quickly Support...- ...Description At Impulse, Avionics Mechanical Engineers own the mechanical design... ...the hardware that enables spacecraft avionics to survive and... ...ambitious vehicle concepts into flight-ready hardware. This is... ...concept through analysis, prototype, test, iteration, and...Permanent employmentFull time
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- United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Dragon) to advance the structural design of spacecraft and critical components for crewed and cargo missions... ..., strong communication, and ownership of flight-critical systems with extended hours and...Remote work
- FlightWave is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, prototype, test, and integrate electromechanical systems into flight hardware and ground control systems for UAS platforms. You will contribute to multi-axis gimbal and drone payloads in high-volume production contexts...
- Approach Venture is seeking a Mechanical & Structural Engineer to own the vehicle hardware, structures, and integration behind... ...role spans from early sizing and CAD through prototype builds, environmental testing, and flight integration. You will balance structural performance...
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$130k - $180k
...is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SR. MECHANICAL ENGINEER, FLIGHT TERMINATION SYSTEM (STARSHIP)As a member of the Flight Termination System team, you will have the exciting opportunity to...Permanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placement- ...Job Description Job Description Spacecraft Flight Computing EngineerThe Opportunity We are supporting a well-funded space company... ...under real-world faults. You would work directly with the engineer who architected the fault-tolerant computing and networking...Relocation package
- ...Airport, The Marvin Group consists of Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and... ...Lead/assist the development of electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic systems. Supports... ...electrohydraulic systems. • Manage prototype builds, planning, fabrications, and...Permanent employmentFor contractors
$160k - $190k
...elite, venture-backed aerospace founding team as Founding Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer architecting next-generation satellite constellations for... ...spacecraft mechanical/structural engineering experience with flight heritage. — Hands-on mastery of deployable mechanisms,...Relocation package- General Galactic designs, builds, and flies advanced spacecraft. This Mechanical Engineer role focuses on critical spacecraft structures and systems, with ownership over design, analysis, and hardware integration across the product suite. You will move between first-principles...
- Argo Space Corp in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to help design structures, mechanisms, actuators and spacecraft systems for reusable in-space transport vehicles. You will own end-to-end aspects from concept through build and test. Join a team with significant...
$169.07k - $216.03k
...Huntsville, AL. Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.About This RoleThe Senior Flight Software Engineer is responsible for determining how our spacecraft behaves and operates in orbit and building reliable software to ensure it happens. The team is...Permanent employmentFull timeImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours- SpaceX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Flight Termination System team in Hawthorne, California. This role involves designing explosive devices, ensuring hardware reliability through testing, and collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate...
$130k - $180k
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer for the Flight Termination System for Starship. The role involves developing high-performance explosive devices and ensuring robust hardware integration. Ideal candidates will have...$130k - $180k
SpaceX is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for the Starship project in Hawthorne, California. The role involves designing and building flight hardware such as propellant tanks and primary structures. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at...- A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their elite team in Hawthorne, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building flight hardware, focusing on structures and integration interfaces. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor...
- Impulsespace is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (COPVs) to join our Vehicle Engineering Team in Redondo Beach, California. You will take ownership of the design, analysis, build, and testing of flight composite overwrapped pressure vessels. The ideal candidate will have...Full time
$91.8k - $112.2k
...lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft... ...: As an Avionics Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for... ...testing, and certification of the Flight Termination System (FTS)... ...avionics, electrical, mechanical, and ground systems engineering...Weekly payPermanent employmentWork at office- Impulse Space is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Analysis Engineer to support the development of precision optical systems for spacecraft. This role focuses on structural, thermal-elastic, and dynamic analysis of opto-mechanical assemblies and payloads to ensure launch survivability...
- A spacecraft technology company located in Redondo Beach is seeking an experienced Avionics Mechanical Engineer. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for the mechanical design of hardware for spacecraft avionics, working closely with cross-functional teams. The...
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