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Mechanical Engineer - TeraWave Customer Terminals
At a Glance
- Location
- Greater Seattle Area, United States
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Compensation
- y Range for: CA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20
WA applicants is $121,023
- Posted
- 2026-06-30
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Domain Knowledge
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
Requirements
5+ years of experience in mechanical design and development of hardware systems
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or NX for detailed design and assembly modeling
Experience performing structural and thermal analyses using analytical or finite element methods
Familiarity with GD&T principles and engineering drawing standards (ASME Y14.5)
Working knowledge of materials selection, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability
Experience with space systems hardware development including satellites, launch vehicles, or payloads
Compensation & Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
Responsibilities
Design and develop mechanical hardware components and assemblies for the TeraWave satellite constellation and ground systems
Perform structural analysis, thermal analysis, and tolerance stack-ups to validate designs meet mission requirements
Develop and maintain detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) in accordance with program standards
Support hardware integration and test activities, including environmental testing such as vibration, thermal vacuum, and shock
Collaborate with systems engineers, electrical engineers, and manufacturing teams to define mechanical requirements and interfaces
Generate and review engineering documentation including design specifications, analysis reports, and test procedures