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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hardware FYI
Merritt Island, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
  • Design mechanisms for space flight, including landing gear and docking systems.
  • Participate in the entire design cycle of flight hardware, from conceptual to detailed design.
  • Create documentation for assembly and testing of development and flight hardware.
  • Conduct subsystem level testing, including planning and data analysis.
  • Develop component specifications and manage suppliers.
  • Design and produce non-flight, proof of concept hardware for R&D projects.
  • Collaborate within a small, agile team to adapt to shifting priorities.
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
  • 12 years of experience in mechanical system design for aerospace.
  • Proficient in mechanical design and mechanism analysis using 3D modeling tools (CREO preferred).
  • Experience with GD&T analysis and tolerance stacks.
  • Strong preference for Systems Engineering experience.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing of aerospace systems.
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills.

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