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Mechanical Engineer - Spacecraft Design

Astranis

San Francisco, CA · Mid

$110,000 – $160,000

Listed on Astranis’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

Design and develop mechanical systems, structures, and assemblies for satellites operating in high orbit, including analysis, procurement, and assembly of composite and metallic components. This role suits engineers with 2–4 years of mechanical design experience who thrive in hands-on development environments and want to contribute to space technology serving government and commercial customers.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • 2–4 years of mechanical design or equivalent experience
  • CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred)
  • GD&T knowledge
  • Mechanical and thermal analysis fundamentals
  • Passion for hardware development in fast-paced environments

Nice to have

  • Spaceflight structures and/or mechanisms experience
  • Mechanical and/or thermal FEA experience
  • Composite structures experience
  • Vacuum environment and large temperature swing design experience
  • Vibration environment experience
  • Electromechanical design experience

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