Mechanical Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-02
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Engineering Design & Technologists
Mechanical Engineer
This position reports to the Director, Mechanical Engineering and is a hybrid role based out of our Tukwila, WA office.
Responsibilities- Design spacecraft mechanical structures, assemblies, and components with CAD software (Creo)
- Generate and maintain engineering and manufacturing documentation such as part drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials.
- Document design and analysis data in technical reports, presentations, and manufacturing systems.
- Support manufacturing and production teams by providing design intent, resolving build issues, reviewing nonconformance reports, and implementing corrective actions.
- Develop tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment as needed to support integration and test activities.
- Apply engineering judgment to make informed decisions when data is incomplete, balancing performance, manufacturability, reliability, and schedule.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver space vehicle designs, production plans, and test strategies that support program cost, schedule, and quality goals.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a similar engineering discipline.
- At least three years of professional experience in a mechanical engineering role.
- Experience using CAD software to develop part and assembly models, and manufacturing drawings.
- Demonstrable experience maturing designs from initial concepts to detailed manufacturing drawings.
- Working knowledge of the ANSI Y14.5 dimensioning and tolerancing specification.
- Must be a US Person or US Citizen.
- Experience with PTC Creo and Windchill software.
- Experience working on satellite or launch vehicle systems or components.
- Familiarity with material selection for space environments.
- Experience with wire harness layout and design.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insurance
- Black Sky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!
- 15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more
- 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
- Employer matching donations
- Professional development
- Awesome swag
The anticipated salary range for candidates in the Great Seattle Area, WA is $100,000-$130,000 per year. The final compensation package offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on specific background and education. Black Sky is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect salary ranges in other states or locations outside of the Great Seattle Area.
Black Sky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., 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. #LI-Hybrid
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