Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II - Impactful & Equity

Katalyst Space; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Relocation bonus

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

Katalyst Space is seeking a mechanical engineer to own upgrade modules for spacecraft, from concept to flight-ready integration with the NEXUS‑1 team. You will develop CAD models, create manufacturing drawings, and run analyses to validate performance under load, thermal, and vibration conditions.

The role requires 3–4 years in spacecraft design and familiarity with manufacturing processes. Start‑up pace and cross‑functional collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years designing, modeling and drawing spacecraft or payloads.
• 1–2 years creating work instructions and supporting the build process.
• 1–2 years running FEA analyses for vibration and shock on spacecraft or payloads.
• Strong understanding of mechanics of materials and failure modes.
• Familiar with machining, welding, forming and joining processes.

Responsibilities

• Own one of several upgrade modules and drive from concept to completion.
• Work with the NEXUS‑1 spacecraft team to integrate upgrades smoothly.
• Conceive and develop trade studies on mechanical systems and tolerances.
• Create and iterate CAD models and detailed 2D drawings.
• Perform tolerance stack‑ups to ensure design intent and assess structural integrity.
• Prototype and iterate via additive manufacturing and machining.

Skills

Spacecraft design

CAD modeling

FEA analysis

Materials & failure modes

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Job description

Katalyst Space is seeking a mechanical engineer to own upgrade modules for spacecraft, from concept to flight-ready integration with the NEXUS‑1 team. You will develop CAD models, create manufacturing drawings, and run analyses to validate performance under load, thermal, and vibration conditions.

The role requires 3–4 years in spacecraft design and familiarity with manufacturing processes. Start‑up pace and cross‑functional collaboration are expected.