Star Catcher
Mechanical Engineer
Jacksonville, Florida, United States · Full-time · Posted Aug 18, 2026
- Experience
- At least five years.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, structural, or aerospace engineering, or a related field; Master’s or PhD preferred.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State under U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR. Employment offers are contingent on a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
About the job
Design, analyze, build, test, and integrate mechanical systems and components for spacecraft and the Star Catcher Network.
What you'll do
- Design spacecraft mechanical systems, including structures and thermal control systems, and create specifications, drawings, and models.
- Develop and test prototypes; support hands-on hardware builds and oversee manufacturing, assembly, and procurement.
- Integrate mechanical systems with cross-functional teams and document designs, analyses, and testing.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, structural, or aerospace engineering, or a related field.
- At least five years of experience designing, analyzing, and building mechanical structures in an aerospace manufacturing environment or other relevant industry experience.
- Expertise in mechanical design principles and CAD software.
Nice to have
- Master’s or PhD.
- Familiarity with space industry regulations and safety standards relevant to space missions and operations.
Tools
CAD software
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