Staff Mechanical System Designer

E-Space · Arlington

Mechanical & AerospaceE-Space USOn-siteFull-Timeposted 2mo ago

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you've come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We're intentional, we're unapologetically curious and we're 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

The E-Space Manufacturing team builds the world's most advanced aerospace products at high rate and high precision.

As a Staff Mechanical Systems Designer, you will be the senior technical anchor for mechanical systems design across E-Space's automated manufacturing lines. You'll own the architecture of complex mechanical systems - fixtures, frames, motion assemblies, and the integration of automation hardware - and set the design standards the rest of the team builds on. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who has delivered production-grade mechanical systems and wants to shape how a fast-scaling aerospace manufacturing team works. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering leadership team.

What you'll be doing:

Own the mechanical systems architecture for new automated production cells and equipment, from concept through production release.
Be the SolidWorks authority on the team - set CAD standards, manage top-level assemblies, and review drawings for manufacturability and GD&T.
Lead design reviews and mentor senior, junior, and intern designers across the mechanical group.
Define mechanical requirements and run trade studies for fixtures, frames, motion stages, and machine structures.
Partner with controls and robotics engineers to integrate Beckhoff motion, PLC, and ABB/Fanuc robotic systems into mechanical assemblies.
Drive design-for-manufacture and design-for-automation into every product the team touches.
Specify and source mechanical components, actuators, and hardware; own key vendor technical relationships.
Support build, integration, qualification, and acceptance testing on the production floor.

What you will bring to this role:

8+ years of hands-on mechanical design experience delivering production machinery, automation, or aerospace hardware.
Expert-level SolidWorks skills - large assemblies, complex parts, detailed drawings, and PDM.
Deep command of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and design for manufacturability.
Demonstrated technical leadership: setting standards, leading design reviews, and mentoring engineers.
Experience integrating mechanical designs with automation, motion control, and robotics.
Strong track record taking designs from concept to qualified production hardware.
BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Extra points for the following:

Experience designing end-effectors / EOAT or precision-assembly tooling.

Background in high-rate or aerospace manufacturing.

Familiarity with ABB or Fanuc robotic cells and Beckhoff-based automation.

Experience with thin-film, PV/solar, or satellite component manufacturing.

Additional Requirements

This is a fast-paced, high-impact environment - flexibility to occasionally work extended hours or weekends during critical periods is expected.

Why E-Space is right for you:

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.

We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That's why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:

An opportunity to really make a difference
Sustainability at our core
Fair and honest workplace
Innovative thinking is encouraged
Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services (US only)
Paid holidays
Paid time off