Hands-on Spacecraft Assembly & Integration Engineer

RiseMe; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Machines is seeking an Assembly and Integration Engineer to join our team in Houston. The role focuses on hands-on integration of spaceflight components, including sensors, avionics, structures, wiring, and ground elements of lunar landers and satellites.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering, 5–7 years in assembly/integration, and familiarity with CAD tools like AutoCAD, Creo or SolidWorks. Aerospace experience and multitasking ability are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related disciplines.
• 5-7 years of Assembly and Integration experience.
• Knowledge of integration and assembly of hardware, electrical components, harnesses, sensors, etc.
• Previous assembly and integration experience within aerospace, defense, or aviation (nice to have).
• Proficiency with assembly tools, such as torque wrenches, calipers, etc.
• Knowledge of commonly used specifications for materials, processes, fasteners, mechanical components, connectors, wiring, etc.
• Previous experience with computer-aided design software (AutoCAD, Creo, SolidWorks) (nice to have).
• Must be able to multitask and work well within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Hands on Integration and assembly of vehicle components including sensors, avionics, structures, wiring, harnesses, ground elements, etc.
• Support assembly at the subsystem level, such as heli coil insert installation, thermal tape application, heater installation, component-level integration onto the next-level assembly, installing, and recording torque values of fasteners.
• Assembly of components at the vehicle level, such as primary structure integration, rigging and lifting of vehicle components, and recording activities on the procedure.

Skills

Assembly & integration

Team collaboration

Proactive problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Intuitive Machines is seeking an Assembly and Integration Engineer to join our team in Houston. The role focuses on hands-on integration of spaceflight components, including sensors, avionics, structures, wiring, and ground elements of lunar landers and satellites.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering, 5–7 years in assembly/integration, and familiarity with CAD tools like AutoCAD, Creo or SolidWorks. Aerospace experience and multitasking ability are valued.