Experienced Mechanical Designer

North Logan, UT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 63000 - 109000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job ID: 5951A
Date Posted: January 20 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a qualified Mechanical Designer to design and generate drawings for flight hardware and ground support equipment for our Civil & Commercial Space Division. The selected candidate will also be involved in manufacturing coordination assembly and hardware testing.

The Civil & Commercial Space Division is at the forefront of scientific research and space exploration. We equip major Government and commercial missions with calibrated state-of-the-art sensors and satellites. We also provide world-class AI&T technologies and mission management. Our projects include challenges across planetary science Earth observation heliophysics and astrophysics. Be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of whats possible in space and contributes to monumental scientific discoveries.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborates with cross-functional teams and uses CAD software (NX) to produce 3D models of flight hardware and ground support equipment
Produces part fabrication and assembly drawings
Plans and executes hardware assembly including generating assembly plans kitting hardware supporting assembly activities and documenting builds in accordance with SDLs quality management system
Performs laboratory prototyping assembling and testing
Performs detailed tolerance analysis
Communicates effectively through written reports and presentations

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
15 years of professional mechanical design experience with a high school diploma or equivalent or 10 years of professional mechanical design experience with a bachelors degree
Strong proficiency in CAD design and drafting
Proficiency with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Understanding of industry specifications fabrication techniques and processes
Ability to communicate clearly with personnel of varying technical and professional backgrounds including the preparation presentation materials
Ability to generate plan schedule and coordinate fabrication of materials parts and assemblies throughout the fabrication cycle to meet due dates contractual requirements and program goals
Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in an applicable technical field
Proficiency with NX and Solid Edge design software
Experience with product lifecycle management software (e.g. Teamcenter or SolidWorks PDM)
Experience designing for space environment
Experience with mechanisms and kinematics
Experience with composite materials
Experience designing optical systems

*Salary Range

$63000 - $109000
- Salary commensurate based on education and relevant experience

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role level location market conditions and individual qualifications including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidates preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.

Why Join SDL
*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites sensors and instruments ground systems and data processing and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers scientists technicians and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL we strive to uphold a culture of respect collaboration empowerment and accountability. We listen with open minds seek to understand diverse perspectives and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge involving others and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership act with integrity and be accountable. Above all we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 14 days; however it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions assistance or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program please contact

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Collaborates with cross-functional teams and uses CAD software (NX) to produce 3D models of flight hardware and ground support equipment
Produces part fabrication and assembly drawings
Plans and executes hardware assembly including generating assembly plans kitting hardware supporting assembly activities and documenting builds in accordance with SDLs quality management system
Performs laboratory prototyping assembling and testing
Performs detailed tolerance analysis
Communicates effectively through written reports and presentations

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
15 years of professional mechanical design experience with a high school diploma or equivalent or 10 years of professional mechanical design experience with a bachelors degree
Strong proficiency in CAD design and drafting
Proficiency with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Understanding of industry specifications fabrication techniques and processes
Ability to communicate clearly with personnel of varying technical and professional backgrounds including the preparation presentation materials
Ability to generate plan schedule and coordinate fabrication of materials parts and assemblies throughout the fabrication cycle to meet due dates contractual requirements and program goals
Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in an applicable technical field
Proficiency with NX and Solid Edge design software
Experience with product lifecycle management software (e.g. Teamcenter or SolidWorks PDM)
Experience designing for space environment
Experience with mechanisms and kinematics
Experience with composite materials
Experience designing optical systems