Demo

Mechanical Design Engineer

Lanteris Space Systems
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026
Please review the job details below.

At Lanteris Space, we unlock the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We deliver broadband communications and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure. Want to play a part in humankind’s return to the moon, contribute to missions in support of national security or improve the health and sustainability of our planet? Now is your chance to amplify your impact, working to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join us in our offices in Palo Alto, CA, to support the design of advanced composite and mechanical antenna assemblies, as well as the environmental test of these units. You will work with an experienced team that will guide you through the ins and outs of antenna design.

Responsibilities

  • Mechanical Design Engineer for a variety of antenna components to include large composite reflectors, test Mechanical Aerospace Ground Equipment (MAGE), and antenna feeds.
  • Determine applicable specifications for each design, development, test, and/or production activity.
  • Provide technical consultation to management and to other engineering and scientific personnel.
  • Design, document and report on engineering progress on assigned projects.
  • Provide floor support to the manufacturing team during builds.
  • Test (vibration, thermal, acoustic, shock) the units you’ve designed.

Minimum Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • B.S. degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering or a related field. A master’s degree may account for an additional two years of experience
  • 2 years of experience, including 3D CAD modeling design and drafting (CREO preferred) as well as GD&T

Preferred Qualifications

  • M.S. degree in engineering.
  • Experience with the design of composite parts.
  • Additive manufacturing exposure or expertise.
  • Design of extremely tight tolerance components.

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

  • The base pay for this position within California is: $82,000.00 - $136,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $82,000 - $136,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Mechanical Design Engineer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Mechanical Design Engineer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$59,820 - $81,544
Income Estimation: 
$70,327 - $95,051
Income Estimation: 
$91,017 - $111,627
Income Estimation: 
$106,299 - $135,354
Income Estimation: 
$108,186 - $133,193
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Lanteris Space Systems

  • Lanteris Space Systems Palo Alto, CA
  • Please review the job details below. Join Lanteris Space Systems as a strategic HR Business Partner, where you'll serve as a trusted advisor to leaders dri... more
  • 16 Days Ago

  • Lanteris Space Systems San Jose, CA
  • Please review the job details below. Lanteris Space Systems is currently seeking a V&V Tech Lead to join our team in our Palo Alto, CA, San Jose, CA or Hou... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Lanteris Space Systems Palo Alto, CA
  • Please review the job details below. Lanteris Space Systems is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Accounting Manager to support technical accounting, financial r... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Lanteris Space Systems San Jose, CA
  • Please review the job details below. Lanteris Space Systems is currently seeking a Principal Embedded Flight Software Engineer to join our team in our Palo... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Mechanical Design Engineer jobs in the Palo Alto, CA area that may be a better fit.

  • oklo Santa Clara, CA
  • Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Core Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team. Position Description As a Core Mecha... more
  • 5 Days Ago

  • Actalent Fremont, CA
  • Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Accelerator tea... more
  • 17 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!