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Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Long Beach💼 Full-time💰 $86,100–$86,100🗓 2026-09-02 → 2026-09-27

Core

Design and build primary and secondary structures for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations, including pressure hulls and MMOD shielding.

Role type

Mechanical Engineer (Structures)

Builds

Large-scale space station components and systems

Domain

Aerospace / Space Infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

CAD, FEA, mechanical design, manufacturing drawings, test planning, interface management, GD&T

Preferred skills

spacecraft structure design, failure analysis, fast-paced manufacturing, NX, Teamcenter, Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus, NASA-STD-5001

Technologies

NX, Teamcenter, Ansys, Femap, Nastran, Abaqus

Responsibilities

Own design of primary and secondary structures on a large scale space station; Develop understanding of static and dynamic loads, vibrations, thermal and other environmental considerations; Perform mechanical design and analysis, develop manufacturing drawings, test plans, concept of operations; Lead trades and own interfaces with sub systems; Work with fabricators and technicians to improve designs, develop processes, and resolve issues

Seniority

Mid-level IC

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