Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on646, South Broadway, Clifton, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California, 90277, United States
About the Role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on the Avionics Team at Impulse, you will own the cradle-to-grave design, build, test, analysis, and integration of hardware for next-generation advanced propulsion space vehicles. This role is designed for a self-driven engineer who thrives in a startup environment, uniquely creative and capable of leading complex projects from concept through launch.
You will partner with cross-functional teams—including electrical, propulsion, GNC, and structural engineering—to architect integrated solutions that optimize vehicle performance and reliability. Your work will define system-level requirements, drive mechanical design decisions, and ensure seamless alignment between avionics systems and vehicle structures. Expect to engage directly with suppliers, lead structural and thermal qualification testing, and provide technical leadership during design reviews and failure investigations.
Hiring Process
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Our Culture & Commitment
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications, and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
646, South Broadway, Clifton, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California, 90277, United States
Redondo Beach, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead full-cycle development of avionics hardware from concept through launch
- check_circleDefine system-level requirements and drive mechanical design decisions
- check_circleDrive design-for-manufacturability and design-for-assembly principles across the product lifecycle
- check_circleCollaborate cross-functionally with electrical, propulsion, and structural teams to architect integrated solutions
- check_circleSupport and lead structural and thermal qualification testing
- check_circleProvide technical leadership in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives
- check_circlePerform detailed structural dynamics, thermal, and vibration analysis using hand calculations and FEA
- check_circleOwn and manage mechanical interfaces between avionics systems and vehicle structures
- check_circleDefine build processes and author comprehensive documentation, drawings, and work instructions
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
- verified5+ years of experience in mechanical design
- verifiedAdvanced proficiency in CAD tools (NX, Creo, SolidWorks)
- verifiedDeep understanding of precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, and thermal management
- verifiedExpertise in GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
- verifiedU.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for ITAR authorizations
Nice to Have
Masters' degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering. 7 years of demonstrated mechanical design & analysis with space-flown hardware. 4+ years of demonstrated understanding of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T). 4+ years of demonstrated experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using FEMAP, Ansys, or similar tools. Experience with mechanical design in challenging vibration/thermal environments. Experience at a startup or agile development environment. Experience with NX and Teamcenter.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleAccess to medical, vision, and dental coveragecheck_circleAccess to a 401(k) retirement plancheck_circleEligibility for long-term incentives in the form of stock options
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Cad, NX, Creo, Solidworks, GD&T, Finite Element Analysis, Femap, Ansys, Teamcenter, Mechanical Design.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
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In this Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics) at Impulse Space role, you will lead full-cycle development of avionics hardware from concept through launch; define system-level requirements and drive mechanical design decisions; drive design-for-manufacturability and design-for-assembly principles across the product lifecycle; and collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, propulsion, and structural teams to architect integrated solutions.
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Impulse Space is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline; 5+ years of experience in mechanical design; Advanced proficiency in CAD tools (NX, Creo, SolidWorks); Deep understanding of precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, and thermal management; Expertise in GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis; and U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for ITAR authorizations.
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Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics) at Impulse Space is based in 646, South Broadway, Clifton, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, California, 90277, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Impulse Space has listed this Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics) role as on-site.
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Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics) at Impulse Space typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics) at Impulse Space include Cad; NX; Creo; Solidworks; GD&T; Finite Element Analysis; Femap; and Ansys.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required; and Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
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Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics) at Impulse Space is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.