Senior Mechanical Engineer

WHO YOU ARE:

Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company building a faster, more connected future. Our mission is to democratize high-speed flight by making supersonic travel flexible, accessible, and sustainable. We believe that rapid, on-demand, point-to-point global mobility will become the new standard for moving people and goods across the planet. To achieve this, we are integrating our advanced airframe and engine technologies—which include Duality™, our proprietary dual-use propulsion system—with a new flight operations model to make supersonic transport as efficient and economical as commercial air travel is today.

In the near term, we are developing adaptable, high-speed systems to close aircraft performance gaps for the United States government.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Own the entire design lifecycle, from translating initial requirements into a working concept through detailed design, analysis, fabrication, and flight test.

• Perform system-level trade studies and architecture evaluations to optimize performance, weight, and reliability

• Lead the technical design and integration of complex mechanical and fluid systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and efficiency to meet the demands of challenging environments.

• Drive the selection, development, and integration of system components, managing supplier activities to optimize performance and achieve program goals.

• Perform and document in-depth system analyses, including performance modeling and system safety analyses.

• Develop comprehensive test plans and lead validation and verification activities, from component-level qualification to integrated vehicle functional tests.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including structures, propulsion, avionics, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration

• Act as the subject matter expert for your systems, providing technical leadership and hands‑on support during vehicle build and flight test campaigns.

• Mentor and train other engineers, fostering technical excellence and driving innovative solutions to complex system design challenges.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• 8+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and integration for aerospace applications.

• Proven track record of owning the full development lifecycle of a complex mechanical subsystem on an air vehicle.

• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD tools (such as NX, CATIA V5, or Solid Works) for designing mechanical parts and systems.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze system behavior using first principles and appropriate analytical methods.

• Experience leading technical design reviews and providing clear, actionable direction to other engineers and technicians.

• Hands‑on experience with hardware prototyping, system integration, and executing component and system-level test plans.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Previous success in a technical leadership or mentorship role, with a passion for coaching other engineers.

• Ability to work on an aggressive schedule and willingness to travel to test sites as needed.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• 401(k) program and transparent stock option plan

• Self‑managed and flexible time‑off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time

• Flexible work environment

• Company‑funded perks, including weekly team lunches and Astro Mechanica swag

At Astro Mechanica, we highly value in‑office work to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. We consider working in the office five days a week an essential part of the employee’s role.

Astro Mechanica is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.