Senior Staff Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Sky Mavis; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Three weeks of paid vacation per year

Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions

Educational reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

Lunar Outpost in Golden, Colorado, is seeking a Senior Staff Mechanical Analyst to lead a team responsible for mechanical analysis in a dynamic startup environment. This role demands significant technical expertise and leadership in developing analytical models for spaceflight systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 10 years of related experience. You will collaborate across teams to improve designs and ensure compliance with NASA standards. Competitive benefits are offered including health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of applicable experience performing mechanical analysis on spaceflight systems.
• Experience leading analysis teams.
• Self-motivated and focused on meeting critical deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality analytical models of vehicles/mobility platforms.
• Perform mechanical analysis in quick-turn, rapid development environments.
• Oversee work to ensure high-quality outputs.

Skills

Expertise in Finite Element Modeling software

Proficiency in interpreting various loading profiles and test data

Familiarity with dynamic/kinematic analysis techniques

Excellent organization and time management skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Tools

ANSYS

FEMAP

MATLAB

LS-DYNA

SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Currently, we are seeking a Senior Staff Mechanical Analyst to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment.

As a Senior Staff Mechanical Analyst, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the mechanical analysis team at Lunar Outpost. This is a key leadership role requiring deep technical expertise and a proactive approach to team development in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality analytical models of vehicles/mobility platforms
• Perform mechanical analysis (Loads, Stress, Fatigue/Fracture, Dynamics, Vibration, etc.) in quick-turn, rapid development environment
• Interact with mechanical engineering design team to rapidly iterate and improve designs as informed by analysis
• Interact with project management and company leadership to determine timelines, schedule tasks, and ensure deadlines are met
• Contribute to standardization of practices and procedures within the mechanical analysis team
• Write technical reports detailing analysis processes, results, and recommendations
• Allocate team resources and delegate analysis tasks to team members, supporting multiple projects and analysis efforts
• Oversee work performed to ensure high-quality work products
• Understand analysis requirements and ensure analysis is performed in compliance with applicable Lunar Outpost and NASA standards
• Generate applicable loading profiles to be communicated to vendors and stakeholders
• Prepare and present materials for Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Failure Review Boards (FRB), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR)
• Collaborate with NASA Insight members in recurring working group sessions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 10+ years of applicable experience performing mechanical analysis on spaceflight systems
• Experience leading analysis teams
• Expertise in Finite Element Modeling software
• Proficiency in interpreting various loading profiles and test data
• Familiarity with dynamic/kinematic analysis techniques
• Familiarity with related NASA and government specifications and standards
• Familiarity with fatigue and fracture standards, considerations, classifications, and analysis methods
• Self‑motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
• Experience performing mechanical analysis in automotive environment
• Expertise in ANSYS
• Proficiency in FEMAP
• Proficiency in NASGRO
• Proficiency in Matlab
• Proficiency in LS‑DYNA
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
• Familiarity with analysis of composites

Any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon Lunar Outpost receiving the LTVS SubCLIN 1C Award from NASA. If the contract is not awarded to Lunar Outpost, this offer will be considered null and void, without further obligation to Lunar Outpost.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
• Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
• Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.