Mechanical Engineer, AI Satellites (Starmind)
Core
Design and own the full lifecycle of mechanical systems for Starmind, a satellite constellation capturing solar energy in space to power AI compute.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (space systems)
Builds
Large deployable solar arrays, fluid-based radiators, compute trays, and satellite mechanisms for the Starmind constellation
Domain
Aerospace + renewable energy (space-based solar power)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical design, FEA, CAD, GD&T, structural analysis, DFM, environmental testing, high-volume manufacturing
Preferred skills
complex mechanical systems leadership, NX CAD proficiency, failure mode analysis, end-to-end product ownership
Technologies
NX, FEA software packages
Responsibilities
Own hardware from conceptual design through high-volume production and on-orbit operation; Develop design criteria and drive system-level optimization; Rapidly iterate designs to inform systems trades; Design for extreme high volume with focus on DFM and error proofing; Establish efficient product lifecycle from supply chain to final integration; Perform environmental and performance testing; Own product delivery timeline through conception, design, assembly, and launch
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC