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We are seeking a skilled and motivated professional to join our multidisciplinary engineering team as a Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (IPT Lead), where you will play a key role in developing next-generation space systems and mechanisms. The ideal candidate is passionate about designing, prototyping, building, and testing hardware using first principles engineering, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated professional to join our multidisciplinary engineering team as a Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (IPT Lead), where you will play a key role in developing next-generation space systems and mechanisms. The ideal candidate is passionate about designing, prototyping, building, and testing hardware using first principles engineering, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This position is based in our Santa Barbara office.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build and test spacecraft hardware and mechanisms, including:

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and refine requirements

Developing initial design concepts and physical prototypes

Working closely with the Chief Engineer and Systems Architects to optimize designs for performance and manufacturability

Creating detailed design documentation, including drawings, design guides, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)

Developing and executing work instructions, test plans, and test reports

Partnering with technicians and manufacturing engineers to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues

Providing mechanical engineering support to other engineering teams as needed

Occasionally supporting launch and test campaigns outside regular hours, including evenings and weekends

Skills

Performing other duties as required

spacecraft, Solidworks, Mechanical design, mechanical systems, space launch requirements, pcb

Top Skills Details

spacecraft,Solidworks,Mechanical design

Additional Skills & Qualifications

10+ years of professional experience in aerospace, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering

In-depth knowledge of space launch requirements and processes

Experience with Agile development methodologies

Familiarity with printed circuit boards (PCBs), electronics assemblies, and harnessing

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, Arduino, or MATLAB

Experience working with RF devices, understanding of their basic principles, and familiarity with relevant analysis software

Experience Level

Expert Level

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $165000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Barbara,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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