Zachary Piper Solutions
Mechanisms Engineer- Assembly, Integration, Test
Zachary Piper Solutions, Midland, Texas, United States, 79709
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a
Mechanisms Engineer
to join a new age satellite company. The
Mechanisms Engineer
will support the design, assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanisms, contributing to the rapid production and deployment of a next-generation satellite constellation.
This position is fully onsite in Midland, TX.
Responsibilities
Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft mechanisms, including thousands of moving parts per satellite
Develop and operate ground support equipment for vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum testing
Analyze test data, determine pass/fail criteria, and support spacecraft integration and launch operations
Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure mechanism performance from design through mission deployment
Troubleshoot anomalies, perform root‑cause analysis, and contribute to design improvements
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering fields
Proficiency in mechanical assembly, testing, and integration of space hardware
Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, thermal chambers)
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexibility for occasional weekend and early morning work (e.g., 4 AM deployments) The initial 50–60 hour workweeks, including some weekends, are due to an accelerated satellite production ramp‑up, but will ease to 40‑hour weeks as operations stabilize, with built‑in flexibility and protected Sundays to support team sustainability
Must be able to provide 2 letters of recommendations from former managers/employers
Compensation $90,000 - $100,000 ** depending on experience and degree**
Full Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Holidays, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law
Application Applications open on 11/3/2025 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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Mechanisms Engineer
to join a new age satellite company. The
Mechanisms Engineer
will support the design, assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanisms, contributing to the rapid production and deployment of a next-generation satellite constellation.
This position is fully onsite in Midland, TX.
Responsibilities
Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft mechanisms, including thousands of moving parts per satellite
Develop and operate ground support equipment for vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum testing
Analyze test data, determine pass/fail criteria, and support spacecraft integration and launch operations
Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure mechanism performance from design through mission deployment
Troubleshoot anomalies, perform root‑cause analysis, and contribute to design improvements
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering fields
Proficiency in mechanical assembly, testing, and integration of space hardware
Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, thermal chambers)
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexibility for occasional weekend and early morning work (e.g., 4 AM deployments) The initial 50–60 hour workweeks, including some weekends, are due to an accelerated satellite production ramp‑up, but will ease to 40‑hour weeks as operations stabilize, with built‑in flexibility and protected Sundays to support team sustainability
Must be able to provide 2 letters of recommendations from former managers/employers
Compensation $90,000 - $100,000 ** depending on experience and degree**
Full Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Holidays, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law
Application Applications open on 11/3/2025 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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