Lead Space Cargo Systems Engineer - Top-Level CAD

Gravitics Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravitics is seeking a systems-minded mechanical engineer to own the top-level mechanical design, CAD configuration, and integration of a cargo vehicle.

You will manage the integrated vehicle CAD model, define interfaces, and ensure subsystems come together into a coherent, manufacturable configuration. This role centers on cross-functional collaboration across packaging, manufacturing, and test teams.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering.
• Ownership of complex mechanical systems or vehicle-level integration.
• Expert-level 3D CAD proficiency with NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo or similar.
• Experience developing top-level vehicle, aircraft, spacecraft, or complex assemblies.
• Strong packaging, interfaces, tolerance management, and configuration control.
• Develop integrated layouts balancing structural, thermal, electrical, and manufacturing needs.
• Solid fundamentals in mechanical engineering; knowledge of primary/secondary structures, mechanisms, and pressure systems.
• Familiar with vehicle environments (acceleration, vibration, thermal) and GD&T practices.
• Ability to lead cross-functional discussions and drive issues to closure.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts to engineering teams and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the top-level integrated CAD model and mechanical configuration of a cargo vehicle.
• Develop vehicle-level layouts and packaging concepts meeting all technical requirements.
• Establish and maintain vehicle CAD architecture, envelopes, and interface geometry.
• Lead vehicle-level mechanical integration across structures, cargo, avionics, thermal, propulsion, and harnessing.
• Define and manage mechanical interfaces with subsystem engineers and ensure integration.
• Lead packaging trades for vehicle geometry, mass properties, accessibility, and serviceability.
• Identify integration conflicts early and drive cross-functional resolution.
• Own vehicle-level clearance and interference management as designs mature.
• Drive configuration maturity from concept layouts to released hardware and flight readiness.
• Support design reviews by communicating configuration decisions and risks clearly.

Skills

Top-level CAD

Vehicle integration

3D CAD tools

GD&T

Interface control

Packaging trades

Engineering leadership

Mass properties

ASME Y14.5

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's in ME or AE

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

Job description

Gravitics is seeking a systems-minded mechanical engineer to own the top-level mechanical design, CAD configuration, and integration of a cargo vehicle.

You will manage the integrated vehicle CAD model, define interfaces, and ensure subsystems come together into a coherent, manufacturable configuration. This role centers on cross-functional collaboration across packaging, manufacturing, and test teams.