Senior Mechanical Engineer, Space & Defense Systems

Voyager Technologies, Inc.; California City (CA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Wellness program

Job summary

Voyager Technologies is seeking a senior mechanical engineer to lead rocket motor design and system optimization. You will drive actuator performance, igniter and pressure vessel design, and contribute to 3D modeling, drawings, and tolerance analysis.

The role requires 10–15 years in mechanical/aerospace engineering, a strong background in propulsion, and the ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. clearance. Remote work is possible with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering or related field; tenure and degree requirements per job.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced roles; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and optimization of rocket motor components and actuators.
• Perform trade-off analysis and multi-disciplinary integration decisions.
• Develop 3D models and technical drawings with CAD tools.
• Conduct GD&T analysis and dimensional tolerance planning.
• Lead manufacturing planning, assembly, and testing activities.
• Coordinate with analysis, materials, and performance teams.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Aerospace engineering

U.S. security clearance

Rocket motor design

Finite element analysis

CAD modeling

GD&T

Education

Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering

Master of Science in mechanical/aerospace engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

AutoCAD

Job description

Voyager Technologies is seeking a senior mechanical engineer to lead rocket motor design and system optimization. You will drive actuator performance, igniter and pressure vessel design, and contribute to 3D modeling, drawings, and tolerance analysis.

The role requires 10–15 years in mechanical/aerospace engineering, a strong background in propulsion, and the ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. clearance. Remote work is possible with travel as needed.