Mechanical Engineer (Starshield)
Core
Design and develop complex mechanisms and mechanical systems for cutting-edge satellites supporting national security efforts, including earth observation and communications.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical and mechanisms engineer
Builds
Electromechanical systems for government satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Satellite technology
Required skills
CAD, FEA, mechanical design, electromechanical design, structural analysis, GD&T, DFM, system-level optimization, environmental testing
Preferred skills
Master's degree, Top Secret clearance eligibility, structural failure mode analysis, integrated engineering team experience
Technologies
CAD software, FEA software
Responsibilities
Own hardware from conceptual design through volume production and on-orbit operations; Develop design criteria and drive system-level optimization; Rapidly iterate on designs and analysis; Drive holistic DFM to reduce part count and error-proofing; Establish efficient product lifecycle from supply chain to integration; Perform environmental and performance testing; Own product delivery timeline and outcomes
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC