Senior Spacecraft Structures & Composites Engineer

Umbra; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

401k with company contribution

Stock Options

Free Parking

Free lunch in office daily

Job summary

Umbra, an American space technology company, seeks a Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer for its Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA campus. You will design and develop next‑generation space systems with a focus on composite structures, prototyping, building, and testing hardware.

The role requires hands‑on experience, strong CAD skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree as a baseline; 8–10+ years in mechanical engineering focusing on composites and structural design.
• Strong background in composites, fabrication, inspection, and related processes.
• Experience with structural analyses, including FEA and first principles calculations.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze spacecraft hardware and components with cross‑functional teams.
• Perform detailed structural design for deployable panels and components.
• Build and interpret Finite Element Models for on‑orbit vibration and loads.
• Develop and execute qualification campaigns and test plans.
• Own design through build and test lifecycle and support manufacturing.

Skills

Composite structures

Finite Element Analysis

CAD (ASME Y14.5)

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Manufacturing integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Umbra, an American space technology company, seeks a Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer for its Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA campus. You will design and develop next‑generation space systems with a focus on composite structures, prototyping, building, and testing hardware.

The role requires hands‑on experience, strong CAD skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet mission requirements.