Mechanical Engineer I — Spacecraft Hardware & Thermal Design

Airbus Ventures; Melbourne (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health and dental benefits

Vision coverage

HSA/FSA

Retirement plans

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to contribute to the design of space-ready hardware for satellites and aerospace systems, from concept through qualification.

You will work on electronics packaging, CAD, simulations, GD&T, and EMI/EMC mitigation, collaborating across mechanical and electrical engineering teams in a startup-like environment.

The role offers hands-on, autonomous work, opportunities for growth, and exposure to in-orbit support activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, civil, industrial design or related field with 0–2 years of related experience.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, or AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of DF/M DFMA and material/process implications.
• Knowledge of GD&T, drafting standards, and engineering docs.
• Experience with engineering analysis tools such as ANSYS or MATLAB.
• Experience with CNC manufacturing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical designs from concept to qualification across development phases.
• Perform thermal management design, simulations, and analyses.
• Use CAD for packaging, interfaces, and assemblies.
• Support manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit activities.
• Present design reviews to customers and leadership; communicate clearly.

Skills

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

AutoCAD

DFM/DFMA

GD&T

FEA/Finite Element Analysis

MATLAB

CNC machining

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/aerospace/related field

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

CesiumAstro is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to contribute to the design of space-ready hardware for satellites and aerospace systems, from concept through qualification.

You will work on electronics packaging, CAD, simulations, GD&T, and EMI/EMC mitigation, collaborating across mechanical and electrical engineering teams in a startup-like environment.

The role offers hands-on, autonomous work, opportunities for growth, and exposure to in-orbit support activities.