Spacecraft Ground Systems Mechanical Engineer

Apex - Satellite Platforms; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in Apex

Company-paid healthcare

PTO 15-20 days + holidays

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Job summary

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Ground Systems (MGSE) to design, build, and support equipment enabling spacecraft integration, testing, and launch.

You will work hands-on with hardware and collaborate with engineering, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust MGSE. The role requires 2+ years in mechanical design or test support, proficiency in CATIA, and familiarity with FEA tools such as ANSYS or NASTRAN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of mechanical design or test support experience (Master’s may substitute).
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (CATIA preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical ground equipment using 3D CAD tools (NX)
• Create part drawings, assembly models, and bills of materials
• Develop and review load paths, fixture stability, and stress margins using hand calculations and FEA
• Support integration, assembly, and test campaigns with real-time mechanical expertise
• Create documentation packages for MGSE use cases and analyses
• Build and refine procedures for MGSE use in cleanroom and floor operations
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful hardware integration

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

Hands-on hardware

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

ANSYS

NASTRAN

Job description

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Ground Systems (MGSE) to design, build, and support equipment enabling spacecraft integration, testing, and launch.

You will work hands-on with hardware and collaborate with engineering, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust MGSE. The role requires 2+ years in mechanical design or test support, proficiency in CATIA, and familiarity with FEA tools such as ANSYS or NASTRAN.