Satellite Mechanical Design Engineer - Build Spacecraft Structures

Apex - Satellite Platforms; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Healthcare

PTO

401(k)

Parental leave

Lunch provided

Office events

Job summary

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for our satellite engineering team. You will develop mechanical designs for satellite structures and subsystems, and conduct structural analyses to ensure performance and reliability, while optimizing weight and manufacturability.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, select materials and processes, and contribute to testing and documentation to support aerospace requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required; master's preferred.
• 2+ years in mechanical design and analysis in aerospace or satellite industries.
• Proficient in CAD for 3D modeling and drafting; familiarity with FEA and GD&T.
• Knowledge of environmental testing procedures and aerospace materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs and models for satellite structures and subsystems.
• Perform structural analyses to meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Optimize designs for weight, materials, and manufacturability.
• Select materials and processes suitable for aerospace mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with electrical, thermal, propulsion teams for integration.
• Participate in assembly, integration, and testing of satellite hardware.
• Conduct environmental tests (static, vibration, thermal vacuum) as needed.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and test reports; maintain design records.
• Generate technical reports and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Stay updated on satellite engineering advances and design methods.

Skills

Mechanical design

Finite element analysis

GD&T

Materials knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Environmental testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

NX CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for our satellite engineering team. You will develop mechanical designs for satellite structures and subsystems, and conduct structural analyses to ensure performance and reliability, while optimizing weight and manufacturability.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, select materials and processes, and contribute to testing and documentation to support aerospace requirements and industry standards.