Motive Workforce

Overview

Motive Workforce is partnering with a Los Angeles-based spacecraft technology company developing custom spacecraft and mission solutions for commercial and national security applications. We are seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer to join the spacecraft engineering team, focusing on the hands-on design, development, assembly, integration, and testing of structural assemblies and systems for spacecraft builds.

Responsibilities

• Execute the mechanical design and development of primary and secondary spacecraft structures, including geometry and material selection.
• Design parts for manufacturing using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practices.
• Develop CAD models and engineering drawings and inspect received parts for accuracy.
• Execute spacecraft mechanical assembly, integration, and testing, including MGSE design, torquing and staking bolts, interference and fit checks, and cleanroom organization.
• Develop mechanical assembly procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate structural subsystems with other spacecraft systems.
• Own hardware throughout the full project lifecycle, including part reception, inspection, integration, spacecraft bus packing, shipping, and testing.
• Maintain compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Document design processes, test results, and system performance.
• Provide technical mechanical engineering guidance to fellow engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a similar field.
• 5+ years of core mechanical engineering experience in aerospace or a related field.
• Hands-on experience assembling and integrating spaceflight hardware.
• Experience designing spacecraft primary and secondary structural elements.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as NX or SolidWorks.
• Proficiency generating engineering drawings and applying GD&T.
• Experience with structural design, harness routing, and systems-level mechanical engineering.
• Experience specifying and analyzing fastener torque values and material finishes such as anodizing.
• Experience with NASA GEVS standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a cross-functional engineering environment.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• PTO
• 401k