Senior Launch Vehicle Mechanisms Engineer

Firefly Aerospace; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Flexible PTO options

Job summary

A leading space transportation company in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Senior Launch Vehicles Mechanisms Engineer to design and develop state-of-the-art mechanisms for space vehicles. This role involves managing the hardware lifecycle and working with advanced CAD tools while collaborating with a dynamic team. The ideal candidate has a B.S. in aerospace or mechanical engineering, significant experience in the aerospace sector, and strong design integration skills. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and flexible PTO options.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in aerospace or related field.
• Experience with vibration environments in design.
• Ability to provide technical guidance in multi-discipline teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the hardware lifecycle for mechanical assemblies.
• Develop and validate system requirements.
• Manage complex assemblies through vendor selection.

Skills

3-D CAD software (Siemens NX)

Industry FEA/FEM tools (Nastran, ANSYS, FEMAP)

Knowledge of composite manufacturing methods

Computer/scripting language

Education

B.S. degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering

M.S. degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering

Job description

A leading space transportation company in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Senior Launch Vehicles Mechanisms Engineer to design and develop state-of-the-art mechanisms for space vehicles. This role involves managing the hardware lifecycle and working with advanced CAD tools while collaborating with a dynamic team. The ideal candidate has a B.S. in aerospace or mechanical engineering, significant experience in the aerospace sector, and strong design integration skills. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and flexible PTO options.