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Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Mechanical Engineer

CompanyTrue Anomaly
LocationDenver, CO, USA
Salary$175000 – $225000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 12+ years of professional experience in Space Mechanisms (hard requirement).
  • Demonstrated experience with spacecraft level mechanical architecture, design as well as component design such as space mechanisms.
  • Demonstrated excellence in mechanical GD&T.
  • Experience with configuration control, MES and PLM tools.
  • Mastery in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks.
  • Demonstrated ability to work and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Passion for the space industry.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems and structures for advanced satellites, ensuring they meet performance, weight, and reliability requirements.
  • Develop detailed and organized 3D CAD models for spacecraft components, subsystems, and assemblies.
  • Create detailed piece part and assembly drawings of flight components.
  • Support build/assembly and test campaigns of flight systems.
  • Work collaboratively with structural, thermal, and propulsion teams during analyses to validate designs and ensure compliance with mission requirements.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency, manufacturability, and system performance.
  • End-to-end development of mechanical structures, from concept and prototyping to qualification and flight hardware delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 15+ years professional experience in development and production of space systems.
  • Experience in or exposure to mechanical design for propulsion systems, mechanisms, and/or optical payloads.
  • Track record of innovative problem-solving in complex mechanical designs.
  • Experience working in a startup or similarly dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with full vehicle lifecycle from concept through production.