Mechanical Engineer

Position Title

Mechanical Engineer

Exempt

Engineer Manager

Onsite

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa at this time.

We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and assembly of our weather sensing hardware and satellite systems. This role sits at the intersection of mechanical design and atmospheric instrumentation and is ideal for someone who takes pride in building things right the first time. You'll work closely with our engineering team to assemble and validate hardware that eventually ends up in orbit, collecting microwave radiometry data that feeds directly into global weather forecasting models.

• Design and build precision aerospace electro‑mechanical, and/or opto‑mechanical flight hardware systems, components, and/or ground support and test equipment from concept through detailed design, fabrication, and assembly.
• CAD model in Solidworks, employ geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and analyze designs for function and manufacturability.
• Develop mechanical drawings to send items for manufacture.
• Participate in mechanical trade studies.
• Participate in assembly and mechanical integration process development including procedure documentation and improvement.

• Demonstrated creativity in mechanical engineering design, including the ability to conceive and develop configurable products across a diverse set of customer needs.
• Experience with CAD design using Solid Works.
• Experience creating mechanical drawings and working with manufacturers to refine designs and drawings.
• Ability to thoroughly and clearly document products and processes.
• Must be able to work in a highly collaborative, fast paced, startup environment.
• Organized and motivated team player, with the ability to manage multiple projects while paying close attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively explain protocol and processes to an audience with varied technical knowledge and experience.
• Strong analytical, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or demonstrated experience in a similar role.

• Familiarity with RF principles
• Exposure to small satellite systems, Cube Sats, or passive radiometry

• Competitive salary, with total compensation including stock options and benefits, plus potential to earn an annual bonus and merit increase.
• Health Reimbursement Account
• 401(k) / retirement plan
• Unlimited vacation for exempt employees
• Paid vacation for non‑exempt employees
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time

All hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I‑9 Form) upon hire. This is an at‑will employment; your employment with the Company is for no specified period and constitutes at‑will employment. All offers of employment are made contingent on passing an E‑Verify check and a background check.

Failure to pass these checks can result in rescinding job offers.

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The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. For more information, please visit eeoc.gov.

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