Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location

Location not specified

Wage

$170,000 – $205,000/yr

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on September 23, 2026

Job Description

Overview

AnySignal is developing next-generation RF products and services for demanding space and defense missions. They are hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer to own the mechanical design of space radios, ensuring high-performance RF hardware can survive launch and operate reliably in orbit.

Responsibilities

  • Own mechanical design of space radio enclosures and chassis from concept to qualification.
  • Design the thermal path and run hot- and cold-case analysis for vacuum operation.
  • Perform structural analysis including static, modal, and random vibration FEA.
  • Plan and run environmental qualification campaigns including test plans and fixture design.
  • Select materials and processes appropriate for the space environment.
  • Produce manufacturing-ready drawing packages with GD&T to ASME Y14.5.
  • Partner with RF and PCB engineers on SWaP trades and mechanical interfaces.
  • Own mechanical interface control documents with customers and integrators.
  • Lead mechanical content at design reviews and ensure documentation control.
  • Establish mechanical engineering practices and mentor engineers.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of mechanical design experience, including hardware qualified for flight.
  • Expert-level CAD skills, preferably in SolidWorks, with detailed drawings to ASME Y14.5.
  • Demonstrated ownership of thermal design for vacuum environments.
  • Experience in structural analysis and FEA for random vibration and shock.
  • Direct ownership of at least one environmental qualification campaign.
  • Strong DFM instincts for precision machining and sheet metal.
  • Ability to make decisions on incomplete requirements and communicate with stakeholders.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision

Additional Information

  • U.S. citizenship or eligibility to secure necessary authorizations is required.
  • AnySignal is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace.

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision

How this job compares

Certifications this posting mentions

  • ASME Section IX — the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code qualification. It covers welding on pressure-retaining equipment — boilers, vessels, and process piping — where a failed weld is a safety incident rather than a rework ticket.

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