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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for mechanical engineer satellite in the United States is $33.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.92 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mechanical Engineer Satellite vs Mechanical Engineer Aerospace?

AspectMechanical Engineer SatelliteMechanical Engineer Aerospace
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, possibly some certifications in satellite systemsBachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, certifications in aerospace design or systems
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing satellite components, working with space agencies or satellite manufacturersDesigning aircraft, spacecraft, or related systems, working with aerospace companies or defense contractors
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in satellite manufacturing, space agencies, and defenseAircraft manufacturers, aerospace firms, defense industry
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Mechanical Engineer Satellite and a Mechanical Engineer Aerospace lies in their focus areas. Satellite engineers specialize in designing and testing components for satellites used in space, while aerospace engineers work on aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications but differ in their specific industry applications and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Mechanical Engineer Satellite job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,055 per year, or $33.2 per hour.

Satellite Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

K2 Space
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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$90K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

The Role 

You will own the success of mechanical structures, mechanisms, and electromechanical subsystems that will be key to our satellite operation. In your first 6 months, you will define product requirements, create initial concepts and trades, perform preliminary and detailed analysis, define development test campaigns, and produce development hardware. In your first year, you will validate your designs through prototype iterations and build and qualify flight hardware. In your first two years you will progressively take on larger scope sub-systems while directly supporting production and integration. 

Responsibilities 

  • Take satellite mechanical hardware and mechanisms from conceptual design through qualification to on-orbit operations in order to support internal and external customer needs 
  • Lead satellite subsystem design reviews from kickoff through qualification and beyond 
  • Drive hardware development, including hands-on development testing, analysis correlation, and follow-on hardware iterations 
  • Perform hardware trades that steer both sub-system and top-level product direction 
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team to establish product requirements, company processes, and best practices for hardware design and manufacturing 
  • Continually own and refine sub-system deliverable schedules throughout development and production 

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline 
  • Experience with CAD or FEA software packages 
  • Experience with the practical application of GD&T 
  • 2+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis (internship, team project, graduate research, and extracurricular experience is applicable) 

Nice to Have 

  • Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies for aerospace applications (satellite mechanical systems, payloads, launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and/or aircraft structures and mechanisms) 
  • Demonstrated ability to own mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting (High Power Rocketry, CubeSats, Robotics Competitions, Formula SAE and Baja SAE, Engineers without Borders, Design-Build-Fly, NASA student launch, personal entrepreneurial ventures, etc.) 
  • Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems in space environments and operations 
  • Independent and self-motivated mindset, with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills 

Compensation and Benefits: 

  • Base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $140,000 + equity in the company 
  • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level 
  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks 
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About K2 Space

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2022

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