Staff Mechanical Engineer
Core
Senior technical anchor for the mechanical design of next-generation optical satellite platforms, driving structural analysis, optimization, and material decisions for space performance.
Role type
Staff Mechanical Engineer (Space Systems)
Builds
Optical satellite platforms and critical mechanical components for space missions
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems / Optical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical CAD design and analysis, structural analysis and optimization, material science for space environments, TVAC and vibration testing, supplier and subcontractor management, first-principles problem solving, mentoring technical teams
Preferred skills
QA for optical components, AIT for optical systems, experience with large optical earth observation payloads
Technologies
CAD tools, TVAC chambers, vibration testing equipment
Responsibilities
Own mechanical design, structural analysis, and optimization of critical satellite platform elements from concept to qualification; Guide material selection and analysis accounting for outgassing, thermal cycling, and thermoelastic effects; Work directly with manufacturers to ensure component quality and performance; Mentor other engineers on mechanical design practices
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with mentorship