Space Mechanisms Design Engineer

EVONA; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EVONA, an innovative space technology company, seeks an early-career Mechanisms (Design) Engineer to design, develop, and optimize precision mechanical systems for aerospace applications. The role spans concept through integration and testing, with hands-on hardware experience in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree and at least 3 years of design/analysis experience, strong collaboration skills, and proficiency in CAD tools like SolidWorks, Creo or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of mechanical design and analysis experience.
• Experience with complex systems or hardware development.
• Strong collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks/Creo/NX or similar CAD software.
• Experience with FEA and PLM/PDM systems.
• Hands-on with hardware, test setups and precision instruments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and mechanisms, with analysis to optimize performance, efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Execute detailed engineering design work per standards and program requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams for system integration, assembly, and testing.
• Coordinate with external vendors to define requirements and track progress.
• Develop and maintain mechanical documentation (requirements, drawings, interfaces, test procedures).
• Define and validate mechanical interfaces between subsystems and components.
• Support qualification testing (vibration, thermal, environmental) and evaluate results.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and implement corrective actions.
• Present findings and design updates in reviews with cross-functional teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements or new technologies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

FEA

PLM/PDM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

EVONA, an innovative space technology company, seeks an early-career Mechanisms (Design) Engineer to design, develop, and optimize precision mechanical systems for aerospace applications. The role spans concept through integration and testing, with hands-on hardware experience in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree and at least 3 years of design/analysis experience, strong collaboration skills, and proficiency in CAD tools like SolidWorks, Creo or