Senior Mechanical Engineer, Ground Systems
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Job Location:
Alameda, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 130000 - 160000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Details:
The Ground Systems Fluids Team designs and builds fluid systems for propellant handling propulsion support and payload conditioning. The team works across the full design cycle from P&IDs and component selection to integration and testing covering a range of fluids including cryogenics high-pressure gases and pyrophorics. Their systems are modular and rapidly deployable enabling global transport and fast assembly. By delivering flexible reliable infrastructure they increase launch readiness and support frequent affordable space missions.
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer Ground Systems to design and build the systems that support rocket testing and launch operations. This role focuses on mechanical and fluid systems including propellant loading environmental control fire suppression and pad safety.
Youll be responsible for hands-on design as well as process definition working across disciplines to deliver reliable mobile ground support equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design mechanical and fluid systems using CAD (NX preferred)
- Create and maintain P&IDs and operational flow diagrams
- Define procedures for startup shutdown and emergency operations
- Perform fluid and thermal analyses for system sizing and validation
- Support system build integration and field testing
- Collaborate with propulsion avionics and operations teams
- Continuously improve system performance and maintainability
Compensation
- Base salary range: $130000 - $160000 per year (Bay Area market range; excludes bonuses and benefits)
Details:
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Process Chemical or Aerospace Engineering
- 5 years of experience in mechanical or process engineering
- Experience with fluid systems piping design and system integration
- Proficiency with CAD tools and basic analysis methods
- Ability to work hands-on and solve problems in fast-paced environments
Preferred Skills / Multipliers
- Cryogenic or high-pressure system design experience
- Familiarity with ASME B31.3 AWS D10.18 or similar codes
- Experience operating or supporting field-deployed systems
- Knowledge of aerospace or launch safety standards
- Previous experience in aerospace or space startup environments
Other Requirements
- Must meet ITAR/EAR compliance as a U.S. Person (citizen permanent resident refugee or asylee) or be eligible for licensing
- Subject to background checks and if applicable government contract clearance
- Applicants in San Francisco will be considered consistent with the Fair Chance Ordinance
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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- Administrative Skills
- Data Warehousing
- Fire And Safety Engineering
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