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Unigraphics Design Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

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How much do unigraphics design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for unigraphics design in Seattle, WA is $43.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.58 and $50.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Unigraphics Design vs CAD Designer?

AspectUnigraphics DesignCAD Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in engineering or design, with proficiency in Unigraphics/NX softwareOften requires a diploma or degree in design or engineering, with experience in CAD software like AutoCAD or SolidWorks
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industriesIn architecture, product design, and engineering firms
Industry UsageCommonly used in product development and complex engineering projectsUsed across various design projects, including architecture and product design

Unigraphics Design focuses on complex product development and engineering using NX software, while CAD Designer covers a broader range of design tasks across industries with various CAD tools. Both roles require strong technical skills but differ in industry focus and software specialization.

Infographic showing various Unigraphics Design job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,183 per year, or $43.4 per hour.

Mechanical Design Engineer, Production (Starlink)

SpaceX

Redmond, WA

$115K - $165K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago


SpaceX rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER, PRODUCTION (STARLINK)

As a member of the Starlink Production Design team you will design the factory of the future, enabling mass production of satellites, ground stations, and high-performance space hardware that has never been produced in volume. You will design custom tooling and machinery for production processes that range from manual to highly automated. You will use your expertise in mechanical engineering to design, analyze, fabricate, qualify, and commission structures, mechanism and automation equipment, optimizing for pace of execution and net impact to SpaceX. You will personally own high impact projects and drive them from concept to completion on a time scale measured in months, not years.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design and develop structures, mechanisms and automation equipment to enable high volume production of Starlink Satellites
  • Demonstrate extreme ownership of projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through fabrication and production bring-up
  • Balance simultaneous projects of varying scope and complexity in a fast-paced environment
  • Partner with flight design and production teams to develop the satellite, factory and production processes in parallel
  • Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed of execution and efficiency
  • Hone your organizational skills as you coordinate with internal SpaceX resources and external vendors and maintain a project schedule and budget
  • Assemble and commission the equipment you design

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
  • +1 year of experience designing mechanical systems using 3D CAD software and 2D drawings

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Prior work experience with structural design and analysis
  • Experience with custom machine design; electromechanical systems, motors, actuators, linear rails, bearings, lifting/rigging, etc. 
  • Ability to perform structures hand calculations
  • Strong expertise in design for manufacturability and design for assembly including experience taking products from development to high-volume production
  • Familiarity with drafting standards and the application of GD&T
  • Solid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, manual and CNC, and hands-on machining experience
  • Experience with Siemens Unigraphics (UGS/NX) and Teamcenter CAD/PDM systems
  • Experience with finite element analysis, such as FEMAP pre/post processing, NASTRAN Solver, ANSYS Workbench, NX Advance Simulation
  • Experience with manufacturing process development, facility and line layouts, process failure mode effects analysis, and error proofing

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 1: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00
Level 2: $115,000.00 - $165,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.


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Industry

Aerospace product and parts manufacturing, data services, guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing and satellite telecommunications

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hawthorne, CA, US