CareerPlan

Senior Mechanical Engineer I

MotivFull-time2026-10-02 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Lead mechanical design and mechanism development for space robotics, precision mechanisms, and electromechanical assemblies for spaceflight and ground applications.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical engineer (space robotics)

Builds

Space robotics, precision mechanisms, electromechanical assemblies, tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment

Domain

Aerospace / Spaceflight / Robotics

Required skills

SolidWorks, precision mechanical design, mechanism design, tolerance analysis, GD&T, FEA, aerospace materials, design for manufacture, trade studies, cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

Robotic manipulators, in-space servicing, planetary robotics, structural/vibration/thermal analysis, NASA/DoD flight programs, AS9100

Technologies

SolidWorks, FEA

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical and mechanism development efforts including scope definition, requirements, schedules, and verification plans; Serve as responsible engineer for complex components through design, procurement, build, test, and delivery; Lead trade studies and technical decisions on architecture and interfaces; Mentor less-experienced engineers and contribute to design standards; Coordinate with machine shops and suppliers to resolve fabrication questions; Support hardware assembly, integration, and environmental testing.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC