Spacecraft AI&T Lead – Mechanical Integration & Test

Motive Workforce Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Workforce is seeking a Spacecraft Lead AI&T Engineer for a Los Angeles–based spacecraft technology company. This in-office, full-time role requires leading mechanical assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft hardware, with hands-on experience delivering flight hardware.

You will guide structural design, mechanical systems integration, environmental testing, and the development of flight-ready assemblies.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience in spacecraft mechanical assembly, integration and testing.
• Strong background in CAD modeling and engineering drawings.
• Experience applying GD&T specifications on flight hardware.
• Familiarity with structural analysis and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead spacecraft mechanical assembly, integration, and testing, including plan execution and cleanroom coordination.
• Lead design and development of primary/secondary spacecraft structures and material selection.
• Develop CAD models and drawings with surface finish and GD&T specs.
• Create mechanical assembly procedures and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance throughout development and integration.

Skills

Spacecraft engineering

Mechanical design

GD&T

Structural analysis

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Motive Workforce is seeking a Spacecraft Lead AI&T Engineer for a Los Angeles–based spacecraft technology company. This in-office, full-time role requires leading mechanical assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft hardware, with hands-on experience delivering flight hardware.

You will guide structural design, mechanical systems integration, environmental testing, and the development of flight-ready assemblies.