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June 11, 2025
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Mechanical Structures Design Engineer

United States
Full-time
Remote
$71K/yr - $117K/yr
Entry, Mid Level
Maxar Technologies is a space technology firm that offers communication and observation satellites for commercial and government sectors. They are currently seeking a Structural Design Engineer to support the design and development of spacecraft structures and secondary supports, including generating drawings and supporting special projects.
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Responsibilities

  • Create product specifications, negotiate design details, interfaces, test plans/procedures, and mfg/test processes based on program requirements.
  • Assist in oversight for the integration of subcontracted hardware into spacecraft systems architecture.
  • Generate engineering drawing and models with Creo and other design tools.
  • Help disposition non-conformances and drive for process improvements.

Qualification

Required

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace), or related field
  • 2 years of experience of related experience in engineering, or manufacturing for spacecraft, aircraft, or automotive. A master's degree may account for two years of experience
  • Piece part and subassembly modeling in CREO or other CAD software and assembly drawing generation

Preferred

  • Knowledge in skills such as manufacturing process, soldering, mechanical assembly, electromechanical integration, etc. of flight equipment
  • Experience with Creo, and matrix laboratory (MATLAB)/Simulink. Ability to assume role as sub-system owner and/or lead multidisciplinary team for fulfillment of programmatic requirements
  • Ability to evaluate processes for non-value-added steps and continuous improvement opportunities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Group project experience, ability to collaborate with team members of different technical disciplines
  • Detailed understanding of top-level assembly models, product structure, and billing of materials (BOM) definition
  • Possess understanding of design practices for release, redline, and engineering change notice processes
  • Comfortable working on interdisciplinary teams, internally and externally
  • Comfortable leading and conducting meetings with customers, vendors, and different levels of management

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Health and welfare insurance
  • 401(k)
Maxar Technologies is a space technology firm that offers communication and observation satellites for commercial and government sectors.
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Founded in 1968
Westminster, Colorado, USA
1001-5000 employees
https://www.maxar.com