Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer

EVONA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Lunar Outpost in Denver invites a Sr. Staff Mechanical Analysis Engineer to lead our mechanical analysis team on spaceflight programs.

You will develop high-fidelity analytical models for vehicles and mobility platforms, guide design iterations, and ensure compliance with Lunar Outpost and NASA standards. This leadership role requires 10+ years of experience, strong FE modeling expertise (ANSYS, NASGRO, LS-DYNA), and proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of spaceflight mechanical analysis experience.
• Experience leading analysis teams.
• Expertise with Finite Element Modeling software.
• Ability to interpret loading profiles and test data.
• Familiarity with NASA standards and fatigue/fracture methods.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• U.S. Person eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytic models for vehicles and mobility platforms.
• Lead and mentor the mechanical analysis team.
• Coordinate with design, PM, and leadership to meet schedules.
• Standardize mechanical analysis practices.
• Prepare TRR, PDR, FRB, and CDR materials.
• Ensure compliance with Lunar Outpost and NASA standards.
• Present analysis results and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Allocate resources across multiple projects.

Skills

Finite Element Modeling

Leadership experience

Loading profile interpretation

Dynamic/kinematic analysis

NASA standards

Fatigue/fracture analysis

Communication skills

US Person

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Masters degree (preferred)

Tools

ANSYS

FEMAP

NASGRO

MATLAB

LS-DYNA

SolidWorks

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 Analysis Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Senior Staff Mechanical Analysis Engineer, 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.

Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop high-quality analytical models of vehicles/mobility platforms
• 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:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 10+ years of applicable experience performing mechanical analysis on spaceflight systems
• Experience leading analysis teams
• Expertise 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

Compensation & Benefits:

• 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.