Satellite Mechanical Engineer
Core
Designing and qualifying mechanical structures, mechanisms, and electromechanical subsystems for high-power satellites operating from LEO to deep space.
Role type
Satellite Mechanical Engineer
Builds
High-power satellite platforms for commercial and US government customers
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical design, electromechanical design, structural analysis, CAD, FEA, GD&T, hardware development, test campaign definition, design review leadership
Preferred skills
aerospace mechanical systems design, structural failure mode analysis, complex mechanical system operations in space
Technologies
CAD, FEA
Responsibilities
Take satellite mechanical hardware from conceptual design through qualification to on-orbit operations; Lead satellite subsystem design reviews; Drive hardware development including testing and analysis correlation; Perform hardware trades to steer product direction; Collaborate on product requirements and manufacturing best practices; Own and refine sub-system deliverable schedules
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC