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Auriga Space · 15 hours ago

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

LA Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Auriga Space is revolutionizing propulsion by developing electromagnetic launch systems. The Mechanical Design Engineer will play a key role in driving hardware projects from concept through commissioning, spanning the full product lifecycle.

AerospaceGovernmentHardwareNational SecuritySpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for Auriga’s electromagnetic launch systems

Drive projects from initial concept through design, analysis, prototyping, and testing

Perform CAD modeling, detailed design, and tolerance analysis to ensure manufacturability and reliability

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, such as electrical, analysis, and manufacturing, for system integration

Support hands-on hardware assembly, testing, and troubleshooting

Qualification

Mechanical design experience3D CAD softwareManufacturing processesPrototyping experiencePassion for technologyLeadership skillsCommunication skillsDetail-oriented

Required

3 - 7 years of mechanical design experience, with a proven track record of taking projects from concept to prototype and into production

Solid grasp of mechanical design fundamentals and engineering best practices

Proficiency with 3D CAD software for detailed design and performance analysis

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials selection

Comfortable working in a hands-on, dynamic environment with evolving requirements

Highly detail-oriented, with strong leadership and prioritization skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of clearly articulating design decisions and requirements

Passion for innovative technology and next-generation space and defense systems

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State