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AST SpaceMobile

Mechanical Design Engineer

OR · On-site +1

$75K - $102K/yr

... and spacecraft components. Preferred Qualifications: * Strong technical skill in design of ... Advanced degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Soft Skills: * Innovative and creative ...

KBR

Spacecraft Mechanical Designer

Greenbelt, MD

$123K - $184K/yr

Title: Spacecraft Mechanical Designer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! We are seeking an ... D models using SolidWorks or Creo. * Drawing Production: Generate production-ready engineering ...

KBR, Inc.

Spacecraft Mechanical Designer

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$123K - $184K/yr

Title: Spacecraft Mechanical Designer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! We are seeking an ... D models using SolidWorks or Creo. * Drawing Production: Generate production-ready engineering ...

Moog

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Arvada, CO · Hybrid

$100K - $175K/yr

Job Title : Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Reporting To: Head, Engrg. Sect. Work Schedule ... Understanding and experience with overall spacecraft design principles and typical spacecraft ...

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AST SpaceMobile

Mechanical Design Engineer

$77K - $105K/yr

... and spacecraft components. Preferred Qualifications: * Strong technical skill in design of ... Advanced degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Soft Skills: * Innovative and creative ...

Technology Service Corporation (TSC)

$91K - $160K/yr

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of aerospace ... This role requires handson experience with aerospace or spacecraft hardware and understanding of ...

Apex

Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more ... About the Role Apex is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our satellite ...

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Senior Satellite Mechanical Engineer

Midland, TX • On-site

AST SpaceMobile
Telecommunications • 51 - 200 employees
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$102K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support satellite mechanical systems and payload development across systems engineering, mechanical design, structural analysis, assembly, integration, and test activities. This role requires strong technical expertise, creativity, and the ability to challenge traditional approaches. The engineer will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, lead small groups when needed, and manage assignments with a high degree of autonomy to advance spacecraft mechanical architecture, performance, and manufacturability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform spacecraft mechanical system and payload layout studies to optimize architecture for simplicity, performance, mass, and cost.
  • Develop and maintain mechanical and structural design documentation at the system and equipment level, including manufacturing drawings, interface control drawings (ICDs), assembly/process documentation, and test plans.
  • Prepare and present technical content for design reviews, readiness reviews, and engineering checkpoints.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical anomalies and failures; conduct root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaborate closely with manufacturing and production teams to ensure effective transfer of designs, processes, and technical information.
  • Evaluate, promote, and integrate new technologies, methods, and processes to improve mechanical design and production efficiency.
  • Track drawing release progress to meet program schedules and business objectives.

Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline.

Experience:

A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in mechanical design, integration, and testing of spacecraft and spacecraft components.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with launch vehicle integration.
  • Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor (preferred), CATIA, SolidWorks, or CREO.
  • Demonstrated ability to design spacecraft assemblies for launch and on-orbit environments, including design for manufacturability.

Soft Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in technical documentation and engineering deliverables.
  • Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Technology Stack

  • CAD tools: Autodesk Inventor (preferred), CATIA, SolidWorks, CREO.
  • Standard engineering analysis and documentation tools.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in a standard office environment and operate a computer for extended periods.
  • Occasional hands-on work in assembly, integration, and testing environments.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands. 

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