Space Hardware Mechanical Design Engineer (NX, GD&T)

The Brixton Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Los Angeles seeks a Mechanical Engineer for a contract role. You will be responsible for mechanical design and layout studies for space hardware, generating detailed designs via CAD, and delivering documentation and proposals. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's in Engineering and 7+ years of relevant experience, including design for space systems. Strong collaboration skills and experience with Siemens NX are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience designing structural or avionics systems for space.
• 5+ years of experience with Siemens NX and GD&T.
• Experience supporting development and qualification test campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design and layout trade studies for space hardware.
• Generate detailed designs via CAD systems and engineering drawings.
• Deliver documentation, reports, and presentations for design reviews.

Skills

CAD design and engineering

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Written communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Structural, and Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

NX Teamcenter

FEMAP

NASTRAN

JIRA

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Los Angeles seeks a Mechanical Engineer for a contract role. You will be responsible for mechanical design and layout studies for space hardware, generating detailed designs via CAD, and delivering documentation and proposals. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's in Engineering and 7+ years of relevant experience, including design for space systems. Strong collaboration skills and experience with Siemens NX are essential for success in this role.