Staff Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer - Lead Flight Hardware

EVONA

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Job summary

EVONA is partnering with an innovative space technology company developing next-generation spacecraft and satellite communications systems. We are seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design and development of spacecraft hardware, taking projects from concept through manufacturing, qualification and flight.

This is a fully on-site role in Westminster, CO. You will lead, mentor and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver flight-ready hardware.

Qualifications

9+ years of spacecraft mechanical engineering experience.
5+ years of technical leadership experience.
Proven experience with satellite structures, mechanisms and flight hardware.
Hands-on spacecraft A&T and environmental qualification.
Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

Responsibilities

Lead spacecraft mechanical design, structures and mechanisms development.
Take technical ownership of spacecraft hardware from concept to flight.
Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers.
Drive structural design, mechanical interfaces and architectural trade studies.
Support spacecraft integration, assembly and environmental testing (vibration, shock and TVAC).
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver flight-ready hardware.