Senior Mechanical Engineer, Spire Global

• The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively as part of a fast-paced multidisciplinary team to achieve a common goal
• They will have a hands-on, collaborative approach to problem solving, ensuring that projects are delivered on time with a critical attention to detail
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent course or work experience
• Experience working within the Space Industry or similar
• Precision machined parts design (including material & coating selection)
• Mechanical analysis using hand calculations and FEA
• CAD design and drafting experience
• Experience with mechanism design
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Desirable

• As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be designing and analysing the mechanical systems and payloads for our next-generation satellites
• You will work on a variety of satellite missions, and will be intimately involved in vehicle design, test equipment design, satellite assembly, and mechanical environmental testing
• The role will include the design of satellite structures and mechanisms, thermal and structural analysis, working with 3rd party manufacturers, and interfacing with electrical and software teams
• Mechanical design of spacecraft components and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Preparation of detailed system documentation
• Peer reviews of mechanical drawings
• Prototyping and testing mechanical and electro-mechanical systems
• Qualification of satellite subsystems and full satellites
• Supporting Junior Mechanical Engineers
• Assisting other team members from multiple disciplines achieve their goals