Senior Mechanical Engineer - Spacecraft Mission Mechanical Lead
Muon Space is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to serve as the Mission Mechanical Lead for upcoming spacecraft missions. In this role, you will collaborate closely with customers and system engineers to design solutions that meet mission requirements by utilizing existing platform components and developing new mission-specific hardware. This position requires on-site work at our Mountain View and San Jose locations.
Key responsibilities include designing, building, and testing mission-specific components and payloads, creating and refining full spacecraft mechanical designs using SolidWorks, and leading both internal and external mechanical design reviews. You will also interface with structural and thermal engineers to define and conduct analyses, lead environmental testing campaigns such as vibration and thermal vacuum tests, and develop new documentation and build procedures unique to each mission.
The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience designing, building, and testing high-reliability hardware, with demonstrated proficiency in leading mechanical design for spacecraft or complex electromechanical systems. Experience in technically leading or managing a small team of engineers and/or technicians is essential. Proficiency in CAD software (preferably SolidWorks) for medium-to-large assembly design and management, mastery of drawings, GD&T, BOMs, FAIs, tolerance budgets, and mass budgets, as well as experience with ECO/DCO processes and PLM systems, are required. A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is necessary.
The salary range for this role is $183,000 to $198,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process.
Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.