Aerospace Mechanical Engineer II/III - Deployable Structures

Opterus Research and Development, Inc.; Loveland (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedules

401(k) with 4% company match

9 paid holidays

Job summary

Opterus Research and Development, Inc. in Loveland, Colorado, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II or III for the development of high-performance deployable structures for spacecraft and lunar missions. The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace mechanisms and composites.

The role requires strong CAD skills, problem-solving capabilities, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation ranges from $90,000 to $140,000 based on experience and responsibilities, along with comprehensive benefits including 100% employee premium coverage.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineer II: 2+ years experience.
• Mechanical Engineer III: 5+ years experience.
• US citizen or permanent resident required.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze deployable systems.
• Create CAD assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Test and validate structural components.

Skills

Creative problem-solving

Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks)

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field

Tools

SolidWorks

GD&T

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Opterus Research and Development, Inc. in Loveland, Colorado, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II or III for the development of high-performance deployable structures for spacecraft and lunar missions. The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace mechanisms and composites.

The role requires strong CAD skills, problem-solving capabilities, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation ranges from $90,000 to $140,000 based on experience and responsibilities, along with comprehensive benefits including 100% employee premium coverage.