Senior Mechanical Engineer - Spacecraft Landing Systems

Inversionspace; California (MO); On-site; USD 137,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Inversionspace is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to innovative hardware across multiple aerospace projects. This role involves designing systems for precise landings, leading parachute mechanism development, and testing recovery systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 5+ years of related experience. They should possess proficiency in Siemens NX and strong communication skills, ensuring effective collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires in-office presence in California and offers an annual salary between $137,000 and $193,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical systems or aerospace vehicles.
• Ability to take hardware from concept through fabrication.
• Experience producing engineering drawings with GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for accurate landing.
• Lead development of parachute deployment and drop test structures.
• Test high-performance accurate landing systems.

Skills

Mechanical systems development

Aerospace vehicles knowledge

Siemens NX

Communication skills

Rapid design iteration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

NASTRAN

FEMAP

Job description

Inversionspace is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to innovative hardware across multiple aerospace projects. This role involves designing systems for precise landings, leading parachute mechanism development, and testing recovery systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 5+ years of related experience. They should possess proficiency in Siemens NX and strong communication skills, ensuring effective collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires in-office presence in California and offers an annual salary between $137,000 and $193,000.