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Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Spacecraft Mechanisms

Katalyst Space Technologies
Location
Broomfield, Colorado, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$130,000 - $170,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5–8 years of experience designing, modeling, developing, creating engineering drawings for, and flight-qualifying spacecraft mechanisms, assemblies, or payloads
  • 3+ years experience running FEA analyses to assess vibration and shock loads for spacecraft or payloads
  • Strong understanding of mechanics of materials, material failure modes, motors and electromechanical systems, lubrication and tribology, and associated analysis methods
  • Familiarity with a wide set of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, forming, and joining methods
Nice to have
  • Hands-on experience building, integrating, and testing robotic flight hardware
  • Experience with avionics, optics and harnessing
  • Experience in start-up environments with minimal oversight
  • Ability to think in a systems mindset and understand how one subsystem affects the others
What the job really is

As a Sr. Mechanical Engineer at Katalyst, you will work closely with the NEXUS-1 spacecraft team to ensure the integration of upgrade modules and develop mechanical systems for robotic space vehicles. Your responsibilities will include creating CAD models, conducting FEA analyses, and participating in design reviews while collaborating with electrical and software teams. The role demands hands-on prototyping and testing of mechanical assemblies in both lab and field environments.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $130,000 - $170,000 annually
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, including Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan
  • Relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
Things to weigh
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Role requires adherence to ITAR regulations, which may affect non-US applicants' eligibility
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