Space Systems Engineer — Mechanical & Hardware Ownership

InnoForge; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful equity package

Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge space technology

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

InnoForge is seeking a Space Systems & Mechanical Engineer in Orlando, FL to support a cutting-edge space technology company. This role involves designing and developing spacecraft systems and requires strong mechanical design skills and experience with aerospace hardware.

The successful candidate will have opportunities for significant technical ownership and career growth. Join a small team and make a direct impact on mission success while working across the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience working on spacecraft, satellites, launch systems, or complex aerospace hardware.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and hardware development.
• Mechanical design experience using industry-standard CAD tools.
• Comfortable working directly with hardware in a lab or workshop.
• Experience with component selection, vendor management, and manufacturing discussions.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing spacecraft and space‑related hardware systems.
• Supporting system architecture, requirements definition, and subsystem integration.
• Owning mechanical design activities from concept through manufacturing.
• Working closely with suppliers and vendors on component selection and procurement.
• Participating in hardware assembly, integration, and testing activities.

Skills

Experience with spacecraft, satellites, launch systems

Systems engineering principles

Mechanical design experience (CAD tools)

Comfortable working with hardware

Component selection and vendor management

Job description

InnoForge is seeking a Space Systems & Mechanical Engineer in Orlando, FL to support a cutting-edge space technology company. This role involves designing and developing spacecraft systems and requires strong mechanical design skills and experience with aerospace hardware.

The successful candidate will have opportunities for significant technical ownership and career growth. Join a small team and make a direct impact on mission success while working across the development lifecycle.