Lead Aerospace Design Engineer – Structures & Mechanisms

Karman Space and Defense; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space and Defense is seeking a Design Engineer III to lead aerospace structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems design in Mukilteo, WA. You will drive concept development, analysis, documentation, and support manufacturing, testing, and delivery.

You will mentor junior engineers and contribute to business development while ensuring designs meet stringent military and commercial specs and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 4–7 years of aerospace and/or defense experience.
• Proven design leadership of robust hardware.
• Knowledge of military and commercial design specifications.
• Proficient in SolidWorks with GD&T experience.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of aerospace structures, mechanisms, and systems per requirements.
• Create 2D layouts, 3D models, BOMs, and specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations to verify safety and compliance.
• Review peers' calculations and designs for accuracy.
• Assess manufacturability, cost, and quality implications.
• Support manufacturing, testing, and deployment across product lifecycle.
• Prepare proposals and assist business development.
• Document requirements, test plans, procedures, and compliance evidence.
• Support bench and field testing of components and systems.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

CAD/CAE tools

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE tools

Job description

Karman Space and Defense is seeking a Design Engineer III to lead aerospace structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems design in Mukilteo, WA. You will drive concept development, analysis, documentation, and support manufacturing, testing, and delivery.

You will mentor junior engineers and contribute to business development while ensuring designs meet stringent military and commercial specs and safety requirements.