Head of Spacecraft Mechanical Design

Legion Technical Solutions LLC; Giddings (TX); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Job summary

Legion Technical Solutions LLC in Austin, TX is seeking a Chief Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the mechanical authority for spacecraft hardware from concept to production. You will guide complex designs, mentor engineers, and drive cross-functional integration across electrical, software, and manufacturing teams.

The role demands a strong background in structural, thermal, and mechanical analysis, with 10+ years of satellite design experience and a proven leadership track record.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of satellite mechanical design engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo.
• Strong background in FEA, thermal analysis, and mechanical simulation tools.
• Experience with GD&T, engineering drawings, MGSE, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• PE license is a plus.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mechanical design and development of complex systems, assemblies, and components.
• Oversee and mentor a team of mechanical engineers, providing technical direction and design reviews.
• Develop and manage engineering documentation including CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure design integration.
• Drive design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) best practices throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct structural, thermal, and mechanical analysis to validate design performance and reliability.
• Manage project timelines, engineering milestones, and technical risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

FEA

Job description

Legion Technical Solutions LLC in Austin, TX is seeking a Chief Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the mechanical authority for spacecraft hardware from concept to production. You will guide complex designs, mentor engineers, and drive cross-functional integration across electrical, software, and manufacturing teams.

The role demands a strong background in structural, thermal, and mechanical analysis, with 10+ years of satellite design experience and a proven leadership track record.