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Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics)

Impulse· Avionics
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Hybrid (Redondo Beach)$140k - $180kFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for cradle-to-grave mechanical design, build, test/analysis, and integration of avionics hardware for Impulse Space’s propulsion vehicles, collaborating with cross-functional teams across the full product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle development of avionics hardware from concept through launch
  • Define system-level requirements and drive mechanical design decisions
  • Perform detailed analysis of structural dynamics, thermal behavior, vibration, and environmental resilience for avionics components (hand calculations and FEA)
  • Drive design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) principles across the product lifecycle; engage directly with suppliers to ensure quality and scalability
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, propulsion, GNC, and structural engineering teams to architect integrated solutions that optimize vehicle performance and reliability
  • Define and refine build processes; author comprehensive documentation and work instructions, drawings (with GD&T), and build/test plans
  • Own and manage the mechanical interface between avionics systems and vehicle structures, ensuring alignment with system-level requirements and constraints
  • Support and lead structural and thermal qualification testing
  • Provide technical leadership in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, with a focus on aerospace or high-performance electronics systems
  • Advanced proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., NX, Creo, SolidWorks), with demonstrated ability to lead complex assemblies and mentor junior designers
  • Deep understanding of precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, and thermal management strategies for avionics enclosures
  • Expertise in GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and mechanical reliability under dynamic loads
  • Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly across engineering and manufacturing teams; experience presenting to leadership and external partners
  • Demonstrated ownership of full product lifecycle - from concept through production and field support

Skills

Required:Mechanical designCAD toolsGD&TThermal management
Nice to have:Structural analysis

Benefits

  • Compensation bands determined by role, level, location, and market data
  • Base salary plus potential long-term incentives in stock options
  • Medical, vision & dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
Last updated Sep 24, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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