Space Systems Lead Engineer – AI&T & Structures

Protingent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Space Lead AI&T Engineer in Los Angeles, CA. The role leads design, integration, and testing of spacecraft structures, with a focus on CAD models and GD&T, and mentorship of junior engineers.

Applicants should have 5+ years in aerospace mechanical engineering, experience with NASA GEVS and clean room/ESD protocols, and a strong track record delivering high-quality space hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Experience leading space flight hardware assembly.
• 5+ years in aerospace mechanical engineering.
• Experience with spacecraft structures design, harness routing, and systems-level engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, NX) and GD&T.
• Experience with NASA GEVS and clean room/ESD protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead spacecraft mechanical assembly, integration, and environmental testing.
• Direct design and development of primary/secondary spacecraft structures.
• Develop CAD models and engineering drawings with surface finish and GD&T.
• Create mechanical assembly procedures and document results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate subsystems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster innovation.

Skills

Spacecraft design

Assembly leadership

CAD modeling

GD&T proficiency

ESD compliance

NASA GEVS experience

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Protingent is seeking a Space Lead AI&T Engineer in Los Angeles, CA. The role leads design, integration, and testing of spacecraft structures, with a focus on CAD models and GD&T, and mentorship of junior engineers.

Applicants should have 5+ years in aerospace mechanical engineering, experience with NASA GEVS and clean room/ESD protocols, and a strong track record delivering high-quality space hardware.