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Impulse Space

Lead, Spacecraft Mechanisms

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Lead, Spacecraft Mechanisms Department: Vehicle Engineering Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Reporting To: Drew Boggio Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 / year Description As the ...

Impulse Space

Lead, Spacecraft Mechanisms

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$108K - $143K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

As the Lead for Spacecraft Mechanisms , you will own all aspects of spacecraft mechanism design, analysis, implementation, operation, sustainment, and improvement while working with a fast paced ...

Impulse Space

Lead, Spacecraft Mechanisms

Redondo Beach, CA

$140K - $180K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Description As the Lead for Spacecraft Mechanisms , you will own all aspects of spacecraft mechanism design, analysis, implementation, operation, sustainment, and improvement while working with a ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for spacecraft mechanic in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.52 and $37.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Spacecraft Mechanic vs Aircraft Maintenance Technician?

AspectSpacecraft MechanicAircraft Maintenance Technician
Required CertificationsNASA certifications, FAA licenses for spacecraftFAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license
Work EnvironmentSpacecraft assembly, testing facilities, launch sitesAirports, maintenance hangars, repair shops
Employer & IndustrySpace agencies, aerospace companiesCommercial airlines, private aviation
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve repairing and maintaining complex vehicles, Spacecraft Mechanics focus on spacecraft systems in space-related environments, requiring specialized certifications and work settings. Aircraft Maintenance Technicians primarily service aircraft in aviation settings, with certifications aligned to FAA standards. Both careers demand technical skills but differ significantly in environment and specific qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Spacecraft Mechanic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,668 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Lead, Spacecraft Mechanisms

Impulse Space

Redondo Beach, CA • On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Lead, Spacecraft Mechanisms
Department: Vehicle Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Redondo Beach
Reporting To: Drew Boggio
Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 / year
Description
As the Lead for Spacecraft Mechanisms, you will own all aspects of spacecraft mechanism design, analysis, implementation, operation, sustainment, and improvement while working with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft components from clean sheet design.
Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of all-star responsible engineers working on mechanisms and components including but not limited to deployable structures, actuators, solar modules, and separation systems
  • Determine product roadmap of spacecraft mechanisms by working closely with partner teams, leadership, and business development
  • Architect and implement engineering processes to streamline mechanism development, test, and sustainment through production ramp
  • Create and execute spacecraft mechanism test campaigns
  • Work with wide ranging teams across engineering, manufacturing, and operations to deliver reliable high-performing components to flight vehicles
  • Direct technical ownership and individual contributor work of a mechanism

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or related field
  • Past results and execution developing, testing, and flying spacecraft mechanisms as a technical individual contributor
  • Strong technical knowledge in one or more spacecraft mechanism types
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience in spacecraft mechanisms
  • Professional experience managing and growing a team

Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Master's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
  • 2+ years of demonstrated experience working in lead roles on spacecraft mechanism design and development
  • Ownership of the technical development of a spacecraft mechanism through the entirety of its design cycle: conceptualization, system level trades, design, analysis, test, build, integration, and flight operations
  • Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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