Tooling Engineer

Gravitics; Marysville (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company equity

Comprehensive medical plan

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO policy

Employee discounts

Job summary

A pioneering aerospace company in Washington is seeking a Tooling Engineer to design and implement manufacturing tooling for large-scale space structures. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of aerospace engineering experience, strong CAD proficiency, and knowledge of GD&T. Responsibilities include managing tooling projects from conception to production, ensuring complex hardware is manufactured efficiently. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $140,000 and comprehensive benefits, including equity and medical plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Experience in writing manufacturing work instructions.
• Strong understanding of drafting standards and application of GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Design custom tooling for aerospace structures.
• Develop tooling for welding and precision assembly.
• Manage schedule and budget for tooling projects.

Skills

Complex tooling project ownership

Mechanical engineering

CAD software proficiency

GD&T knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable field

Tools

NX

Simcenter 3D

PLM systems (Teamcenter)

Job description

About Gravitics

At Gravitics, we’re not just exploring space—we’re building it. We’re creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we’re not just dreamers; we’re doers. We design and manufacture the large‑scale structures and systems that will power human and robotic activity in Earth orbit and beyond. If you’re ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity’s reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you. Let’s build the future, together.

About the Role

As a Tooling Engineer at Gravitics, you will design, analyze, and implement manufacturing tooling and fixtures used to build large‑scale space structures such as pressurized space station modules, orbital carriers, and spacecraft subsystems. This role bridges design engineering and production, ensuring that complex hardware can be manufactured repeatably, safely, and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Design custom tooling, jigs, fixtures, and assembly aids for large aerospace structures (e.g., cylindrical pressure vessels, primary structures, and module interfaces)
• Develop tooling for welding, machining, structural testing, and precision assembly
• Create detailed component and assembly drawings incorporating an understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack‑ups
• Apply first‑order hand calculations and empirical formulas to assess and iterate on your designs rapidly
• Build finite element models to assess your designs in detail
• Work with suppliers and our manufacturing team to make your designs reality. This includes:
  • Managing the schedule/budget for tooling that you own
  • Tracking and dispositioning non‑conformances

About You

You're a successful candidate if you are a giver, not a taker. You have an ability to make things happen. You are exceptional at several things, yet willing to take on efforts in areas of weakness.

Required Attributes

• Demonstrated past ownership of complex tooling projects which interact with aerospace/aviation flight hardware, from requirements through test
• 5+ years of industry experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• Experience writing manufacturing work instructions and build documentation for tooling incorporation
• Familiarity with CAD and Analysis packages such as NX and Simcenter 3D or similar. Experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter or similar)
• Strong understanding and application of drafting standards and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) in creating drawings
• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field

Bonus Points for

• Experience with Metrology tools (laser trackers, CMM)
• Knowledge of aerospace quality systems (AS9100, NASA standards, or human‑rated hardware requirements)
• Experience supporting environmental or structural testing (pressure testing, load testing, vibration testing)
• Hands‑on experience with welding fixture design (especially for aluminum or stainless steel structures used in space applications)
• Hands‑on experience with structural/propulsion test stand design and commissioning

About Compliance

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Gravitics is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Gravitics is governed on a basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status or common decency.

Compensation and Benefits

110000 - 140000 USD a year

Your level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the considerations of job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and direct experience.

Salary is just one component of the total employee package, which also includes company equity at an exciting time of company growth, as well as comprehensive medical, 401(k) retirement plan, a generous PTO policy, employee discounts, and more.