Mechanical Engineer, Structures

About Gravitics

At Gravitics, we’re not just exploring space—we’re rebuilding it. We’re creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, and we’re doers who design and manufacture large-scale structures and systems that will power human and robotic activity in Earth orbit and beyond. If you’re ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity’s reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you.

Let’s build the future, together.

To build our space systems, we need rockstars of all experience levels who can directly work the full product lifecycle of several challenging assemblies, including pressurized structures, launch adapters, mechanisms, tooling, and more.

• Create detailed component and assembly drawings incorporating an understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack‑ups.
• Apply first-order hand calculations and empirical formulas to assess and iterate on designs rapidly.
• Build finite element models to assess designs in detail and analyze structures to prove they meet vehicle requirements.
• Own the design, development, and implementation of custom tooling in support of programs.
• Work with suppliers and the manufacturing team to make designs a reality. This includes managing the schedule and budget for structural hardware you own, tracking and dispositioning non-conformances, and being a reliable expert of your system from concept to mission control console.

You’re a candidate who takes initiative and makes things happen. You are strong in several areas, yet willing to tackle weaknesses. You strive to contribute across responsibilities and adapt as needed.

• Demonstrated ownership of complex projects.
• Knowledge of loads such as pressure, vibration, shock, thermal conditions, and how to design for them.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Experience with writing and executing structural test plans.
• Familiarity with CAD and analysis packages such as NX and Simcenter3D or similar.
• Strong understanding and application of drafting standards and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) in creating drawings.
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.

• A proven history of successful hardware in launch vehicles or space systems.
• Experience working with safety-critical systems, pressure vessels, docking/berthing, and/or deployment mechanisms.
• Deep working knowledge in analysis of welds and other joints, design for manufacturability, and heat treat properties.

$110,000 - $140,000 a year. Compensation and benefits are determined on a case-by-case basis based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Salary is one component of the total employee package, which also includes company equity, a comprehensive medical plan, a 401(k) retirement plan, a generous PTO policy, employee discounts, and more.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Gravitics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.