Job Details

Founding Mechanical Engineer - Bay Area (On-site) - Novel Space Hardware

A leading New Space Start-Up is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to own the design, build, and testing of complex hardware systems in high-performance environments. This role spans structures, fluid systems, and thermal applications, with a strong hands-on focus.

You will:

• Be responsible for design, development, and integration of mechanical systems
• Build novel technology from prototype to deployment
• Assist with instrumentation and basic embedded system interfacing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system integration

You'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience in full-lifecycle design, testing, manufacturing, or R&D
• Exposure to fluid systems
• Hands-on experience with hardware development and testing
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience with high-pressure fluids
• Exposure to regulated or hazardous test environments
• Familiarity with instrumentation or embedded systems