Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer - Build & Test Hardware

Umbra; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Stock Options

401k with company contribution

Free Parking

Job summary

Umbra is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer to advance next-generation space systems and mechanisms. You will design, prototype, build, and test hardware using first principles engineering in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This on-site Santa Barbara role offers opportunities to contribute across disciplines and support launch campaigns as needed. The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical design, FEA, and hands-on manufacturing, with experience in aerospace or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in aerospace, mechanical, and/or manufacturing engineering.
• Strong multidisciplinary understanding of mechanisms and mechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing and assembling parts using various methods and standards.
• Proficiency in CAD software, with experience in design and drafting to ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Expertise in first principles analysis, including hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently research, diagnose, and clearly explain technical challenges and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and test spacecraft hardware and mechanisms, including collaboration with cross-functional teams to define and refine requirements.
• Developing initial design concepts and physical prototypes.
• Working closely with the Chief Engineer and Systems Architects to optimize designs for performance and manufacturability.
• Creating detailed design documentation, including drawings, design guides, and ICDs.
• Developing and executing work instructions, test plans, and test reports.
• Partnering with technicians and manufacturing engineers to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.
• Providing mechanical engineering support to other engineering teams as needed.
• Occasionally supporting launch and test campaigns outside regular hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Performing other duties as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD (ASME Y14.5)

FEA

Python

C++

MATLAB

Job description

Umbra is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer to advance next-generation space systems and mechanisms. You will design, prototype, build, and test hardware using first principles engineering in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This on-site Santa Barbara role offers opportunities to contribute across disciplines and support launch campaigns as needed. The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical design, FEA, and hands-on manufacturing, with experience in aerospace or