Senior Mechanical Engineer- MGSE

EVONA; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering space company in the United States is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and implementation of Mechanical Ground Support Equipment for spacecraft. The successful candidate will have over 6 years of experience in mechanical design for aerospace systems and a solid CAD background. This is a hands-on role, contributing to exciting satellite systems from concept to launch. The company values collaboration and aims for innovative solutions in space technology.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in mechanical design for spacecraft or aerospace systems.
• Strong background in CAD (Inventor preferred) and mechanical system design.
• Ability to produce high-quality engineering documentation and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Leading mechanical design and modelling of MGSE and satellite subsystems.
• Creating detailed design documentation including manufacturing drawings.
• Supporting AIT activities including fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing.

Skills

Mechanical Design for Spacecraft or Aerospace Systems

CAD (Inventor preferred)

AIT and Integration/Testing Environments

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

PDM/PLM Systems

Job description

🛰 Senior Mechanical Engineer – MGSE | Satellite Systems

We’re supporting a pioneering space company building a next-generation satellite network designed to connect standard mobile devices directly from orbit. As they scale, they’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in designing and delivering Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) for spacecraft integration and testing.

This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you’ll work across design, analysis, and test, helping bring complex satellite systems from concept through to launch readiness.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading mechanical design and modelling of MGSE and satellite subsystems
• Creating detailed design documentation including manufacturing drawings and interface control drawings
• Supporting AIT activities including fabrication, assembly, integration, and environmental testing (vibration, shock, TVAC, static load)
• Defining mechanical interfaces and ensuring system‑level compatibility
• Driving engineering trade‑offs and structural decisions to optimize performance and manufacturability
• Collaborating cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams

What you’ll need:

• 6+ years of experience in mechanical design for spacecraft or aerospace systems
• Strong background in CAD (Inventor preferred) and mechanical system design
• Experience supporting AIT and integration/testing environments
• Ability to produce high‑quality engineering documentation and drawings
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Nice to have:

• Experience with PDM/PLM systems
• Knowledge of FEM and structural analysis methods
• Background in large welded structures or ground support equipment
• Familiarity with GDIT