Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Design Lead — Remote

Legion Technical Solutions LLC; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work from home options

Job summary

Legion Technical Solutions LLC in Austin, TX seeks a Chief Mechanical Design Engineer to serve as the mechanical technical authority for spacecraft hardware, guiding design from concept through production.

You will lead a cross-disciplinary team, ensure DFM/DFA, manage docs, and collaborate with electrical and software teams to deliver reliable systems. A passion for solving complex engineering challenges is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive satellite mechanical design engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo.
• Strong background in FEA, thermal analysis, and mechanical simulation tools.
• Experience with GD&T, engineering drawings, MGSE, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple projects.
• PE license is a plus.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mechanical design and development of complex systems, assemblies, and components.
• Oversee and mentor a team of mechanical engineers, providing technical direction and design reviews.
• Develop and manage engineering documentation including CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure design integration.
• Drive design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) best practices throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct structural, thermal, and mechanical analysis to validate design performance and reliability.
• Manage project timelines, engineering milestones, and technical risk assessments.

Skills

Team leadership

CAD proficiency

Satellite mechanical design

FEA / thermal analysis

GD&T

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

Job description

Legion Technical Solutions LLC in Austin, TX seeks a Chief Mechanical Design Engineer to serve as the mechanical technical authority for spacecraft hardware, guiding design from concept through production.

You will lead a cross-disciplinary team, ensure DFM/DFA, manage docs, and collaborate with electrical and software teams to deliver reliable systems. A passion for solving complex engineering challenges is essential.