Principal Propulsion Mechanical Design Engineer

K2Spacecorporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity in the company

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

K2Spacecorporation in Los Angeles is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of high-powered propulsion systems. The ideal candidate will own and validate designs while working with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective development from concept to flight hardware.

The applicant should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and over 10 years of mechanical design and analysis experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included, alongside a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $175,000.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis.
• Experience with the practical application of GD&T.
• Proficiency in principles of mechanical design, materials, thermodynamics, and fluids.

Responsibilities

• Own the mechanical design of propulsion system hardware.
• Validate designs through lifecycle from concept to production.
• Generate 3D models and interface control documents.

Skills

Mechanical and/or electromechanical design

Experience with CAD or FEA software

Troubleshooting and iterating designs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline

Tools

CAD software

FEA software

Job description

K2Spacecorporation in Los Angeles is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of high-powered propulsion systems. The ideal candidate will own and validate designs while working with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective development from concept to flight hardware.

The applicant should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and over 10 years of mechanical design and analysis experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included, alongside a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $175,000.