Mechanical Engineer

ULOOK; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ULOOK is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and manufacture satellite payload systems and structures, owning the full lifecycle from concept through simulation, DFM, and mechanism development.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to build flight‑ready hardware and help expand in-house subsystem capabilities as we scale, covering structures, mechanisms, thermal, and propulsion domains.

Qualifications

• B.Tech or M.Tech in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering.
• 3+ years in mechanical design, space/aviation/auto sectors.
• Hands-on CAD and FEA experience.
• Strong DFM/ DFA and manufacturing knowledge.
• Experience in mechanism design (deployables, hinges, latches, actuation).
• familiarity with aerospace materials and environmental qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Design satellite payload housings and structures for launch and on-orbit conditions.
• Develop mechanisms (deployables, actuators, release mechanisms) for payloads.
• Perform structural, thermal, and vibration simulations (FEA).
• Apply DFM to optimize fabrication, assembly and cost.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to fix fabrication issues.
• Create and maintain detailed drawings, tolerances and BOMs.
• Coordinate with systems, thermal, and electrical teams for integration.
• Support prototyping, testing and qualification activities.
• Document design iterations, test results and changes.
• Contribute to building in-house design and manufacturing as we scale.

Skills

CAD proficiency

FEA/simulation

DFM/ DFA principles

Mechanism design

Aerospace materials

Problem-solving

Ownership mindset

Education

B.Tech/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

PLM/PDM systems

Job description

We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and manufacture satellite payload systems and structures, owning the full lifecycle from concept through simulation, DFM, and mechanism development while working closely with cross-functional teams to build reliable, flight-ready hardware and as we're currently focused on payloads with a roadmap to bring subsystem development (structures, mechanisms, thermal, propulsion) in-house, this is a role that will grow in scope as we scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Design satellite payload housings and structures, ensuring structural integrity under launch and on-orbit environmental conditions
• Develop and design mechanisms (deployables, actuators, release mechanisms, etc.) for payload and future subsystem applications
• Perform structural, thermal, and vibration simulations (FEA) to validate designs against mission requirements
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to ensure designs are optimized for fabrication, assembly, and cost
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to troubleshoot fabrication issues and refine designs for production
• Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, tolerance stack-ups, and BOMs
• Work closely with systems, thermal, and electrical teams to ensure integrated subsystem compatibility
• Support prototyping, testing, and qualification activities (environmental testing, vibration testing, thermal vacuum testing, etc.)
• Contribute to building in-house design and manufacturing capability as the company expands from payload development into broader subsystem work
• Document design iterations, test results, and engineering changes.

Requirements

• B.Tech/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design, preferably in Space Tech, Aerospace, or Automotive industries
• Hands-on experience with CAD tools.
• Working knowledge of FEA/simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in mechanism design (deployables, hinges, latches, actuation systems)
• Familiarity with materials used in aerospace/space applications.
• Understanding of environmental qualification standards (vibration, shock, thermal vacuum) is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills, ownership mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced, hardware-focused startup environment

Nice to Have

• Prior experience working on satellite or launch vehicle programs
• Exposure to GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems
• Interest/experience in subsystem-level design (structures, propulsion, thermal control)

About ULOOK

ULOOK is a deep-tech company pioneering an Indigenous Autonomous RF-Intelligence Stack from orbit. We develop autonomous satellite swarms and advance RF sensing technologies which transform faint electromagnetic emissions into real-time intelligence. With our proprietary technology we identify, geolocate and fingerprint complex signals in environments where traditional sensors fail. We operate at the intersection of defense, space, and intelligence, providing global partners with unmatched situational awareness across all domains.

Why Join ULOOK

• Contribute directly to India's defense and strategic capabilities through hands-on satellite hardware development.
• Collaborate with international aerospace and defense experts on cutting-edge space intelligence systems.
• Own your designs end-to-end from concept to orbit with real scope to grow as the company builds in-house subsystem capability.