Principal Mechanical Engineer, Spacecraft Systems

Trident; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Trident Systems SES division seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze spacecraft electronics assemblies. You will drive mechanical integrity from concept through flight qualification while collaborating with program managers and project engineers.

The role requires expert depth in mechanical engineering, with extensive experience in space hardware, CAD, FEA, and GD&T. Domestic travel may be required as projects demand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 9+ years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years with a Master’s degree.
• Experience with aerospace and/or space hardware development.
• Experience with PDM systems and configuration management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of spacecraft electronics assemblies using CAD tools.
• Draft high quality mechanical drawings with GD&T for fabrication.
• Perform structural and thermal analysis using Ansys Workbench.
• Familiar with space environmental testing (vibration, TVAC, shock) for flight readiness.
• Manage project schedules and technical risk, coordinating with cross-disciplinary engineers.
• Mentor teammates and conduct detailed reviews of mechanical work.
• Support travel or off-site work as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD design

GD&T

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Eng

M.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Eng (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys Workbench

PDM systems

Job description

Trident Systems SES division seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze spacecraft electronics assemblies. You will drive mechanical integrity from concept through flight qualification while collaborating with program managers and project engineers.

The role requires expert depth in mechanical engineering, with extensive experience in space hardware, CAD, FEA, and GD&T. Domestic travel may be required as projects demand.