Propulsion Mechanical Engineer — Electric Propulsion

General Galactic

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
PTO
401k
Stock options

Job summary

General Galactic is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer focusing on electric propulsion systems in Los Angeles, California. You'll design and analyze critical propulsion hardware for spacecraft and own your designs from inception to testing.

This hands-on role requires strong mechanical design knowledge, CAD expertise, and experience in aerospace applications. Benefits include medical, PTO, 401k, and stock options. Candidates must be U.S. persons due to export control laws.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design and analysis in aerospace.
  • Experience in design and test of pressurized components and systems.
  • Demonstrated ability in principles of mechanical design, fluids, and materials science.

Responsibilities

  • Define and own the mechanical design of electric propulsion hardware.
  • Generate CAD models and drawings with proficient application of GD&T.
  • Create qualification and acceptance test plans and qualify your designs.

Skills

Mechanical design and analysis
CAD and FEA software
Material science
Mechanical design principles

Education

BS in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
ANSYS

Job description

General Galactic is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer focusing on electric propulsion systems in Los Angeles, California. You'll design and analyze critical propulsion hardware for spacecraft and own your designs from inception to testing.

This hands-on role requires strong mechanical design knowledge, CAD expertise, and experience in aerospace applications. Benefits include medical, PTO, 401k, and stock options. Candidates must be U.S. persons due to export control laws.

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