Senior Opto-Mechanical Architect — Space Systems

Pulsespace; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulsespace in Seattle, WA is seeking a Principal Opto-Mechanical Architect to lead the design and development of high-performance optical and optomechanical systems for satellite and space applications. You will shape the architecture, mentor engineers, and drive trade studies from concept through product qualification.

The role requires a strong background in precision gimbal systems, telescope design, and optical metrology, plus hands-on systems engineering leadership and excellent

Qualifications

• MS degree in Mechanical, Optical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in optomechanical design, preferably aerospace.
• Strong background in precision mechanisms and spaceflight hardware.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Architect gimbal systems for high-accuracy pointing of space instruments.
• Perform trade analyses and system-level calculations for telescopes.
• Design end-to-end optical systems with optoelectronic sensors.
• Define system requirements aligned with mission objectives.
• Lead optical performance evaluations and STOP analyses.
• Mentor and develop a team of engineers.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Systems engineering

Optomechanical design

Team leadership

Education

MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Zemax

Code V

Job description

Pulsespace in Seattle, WA is seeking a Principal Opto-Mechanical Architect to lead the design and development of high-performance optical and optomechanical systems for satellite and space applications. You will shape the architecture, mentor engineers, and drive trade studies from concept through product qualification.

The role requires a strong background in precision gimbal systems, telescope design, and optical metrology, plus hands-on systems engineering leadership and excellent