Mechanical Engineer II
Mechanical Engineer II
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Job Description
Company & Mission:
Agile Space Industries Inc. (AGILE) designs builds and tests in-space propulsion systems for satellites and spacecraft. AGILE uses state of the art 3D metal alloy printing techniques to rapidly design manufacture and test new engine designs in our purpose-built propulsion test facility. With over a decade of experience testing rocket engines and engineers who have worked at industry leaders like Blue Origin SpaceX NASA and Aerojet Rocketdyne AGILE is a rapidly growing company with many exciting Defense Civil and Commercial programs.
AGILE is headquartered in Durango CO with a facility in Mount Pleasant PA and growing presence in Tulsa OK.
Agile Space Industries is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II in beautiful Durango CO. The Mechanical Engineer will be embedded in multi-disciplinary project teams working to specify design prototype and produce advanced rocket engines propulsion systems and associated components rocket test facilities and payload processing system. Agile follows a fast-paced culture and the ideal candidate will have the opportunity for growth and increased sphere of influence. Responsibilities may include design of structures assemblies mechanisms bearings seals pressure vessels and fluid components as well as design for manufacturing thermal and stress analysis and component material and process selection.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop components and assemblies for chemical rocket systems including concept creation hand calculation verification CAD assembly design and management BOM creation drawing production and collaboration with manufacturing and testing teams.
- Support design review sessions (SRR PDR CDR MRR etc.) with cross-functional teams.
- Perform structural thermal and fluid analysis (hand calculations) of components and systems.
- Support vendor selection and ensure smooth transition to the operations team.
- Develop and implement detailed work instructions for assembly integration and testing processes.
- Engage in hands-on hardware assembly test execution data analysis and report writing.
- Identify and implement risk mitigation strategies throughout development activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant engineering or technical field. Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical design and/or manufacturing.
- A design background applying mechanics of materials and fluid engineering principles to complex systems.
- Proficiency in CAD modeling including components assemblies and drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.100 standards.
- Knowledge of GD&T principles and techniques.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within team settings.
- Desire to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment with a focus on delivering consistent quality results on tight timelines.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of assigned tasks and anticipate team needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Candidate must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Preferred Qualifications:
- GD&T trained (certificate up to professional certification).
- Experience with FEA of mechanical components and sub-assemblies (ANSYS preferred).
- Experience designing for extreme temperature highly corrosive or in-space environments.
- Experience with machining.
- Experience in welding design or operations.
- Experience in design for additive manufacturing.
- Experience developing FMECA analyses.
- Experience with designing and analyzing fluid system components such as pressure vessels control valves and fittings.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Employment Type: Exempt
The expected salary range for this role is $85000 to $115000 annually. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience skills and internal equity and is typically made within the midrange rather than the upper end.
Work Schedule: Full Time
Location: Durango CO (Onsite required)
This position will remain open for at least two weeks from the posting date and will continue to accept applications until it is filled.
What Youll Love About Us:
100% covered monthly premium plans paid by employer for Medical Dental and Vision for you and your dependents.
Paid Holidays Paid Flexible Time Off Sabbatical Leave Company Sponsored Life and AD&D Short and Long Term Disability Paid Maternity/Parental/Adoption Leave
The company will match 100% of the employee contribution up to 4% of the employees salary.
Employee referral program
Company get-together and team outings and best of all working with amazing humans!
We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color region gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
Dont meet every single requirement At Agile we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace. If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.
Reasonable Accommodation
At AGILE our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process please submit a request to.
Posting Timeline: This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.
Recruitment Notice: Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered.
The salary ranges provided in this job posting are indicative and may be adjusted for individual candidates commensurate with experience or technical compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act a potential new employees salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
AGILE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability or age.
- Please note that if the position is covered by federal international trade regulations it is a requirement of the position that the individual be eligible to obtain any required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
Employment Type
Full-Time
