Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Satellites - (Starlink)
Core
Design, build, test, and operate space-grade hardware for the Starlink satellite constellation to provide broadband internet globally.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical design engineer (satellites)
Builds
Satellite hardware components including actuators, reaction wheels, solar arrays, battery packs, and primary structures for high-volume production.
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CAD design, FEA analysis, electromechanical design, structural analysis, GD&T, manufacturing process optimization, thermal analysis, system-level optimization
Preferred skills
NX CAD, complex mechanical system leadership, PCB mechanical design, design of experiments, material selection, programming languages
Technologies
NX, FEA software, CAD tools
Responsibilities
Own hardware from conceptual design through high-volume production and on-orbit operation; Develop design criteria and drive system-level optimization; Rapidly iterate on designs to inform systems trades; Drive holistic DFM to reduce part count and error-proof fabrication; Establish efficient product lifecycle from supply chain to final integration; Perform environmental and performance testing to validate analysis; Own product delivery timeline through conception, assembly, and launch
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC