Mechanical Engineer

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Mechanical Engineer Job Description As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and drafting various components including spacecraft, structures, MGSE, actuators, and mechanisms. Your work will involve parts design and conducting analyses to meet internal hardware performance, life, and environmental requirements. You will also be involved in modeling and creating design documentation of mechanical systems using CAD software. Additionally, you will support assembly and testing processes, including performance, shock, vibration, and space environment evaluations. Responsibilities + Design and draft spacecraft components, structures, MGSE, actuators, and mechanisms. + Conduct parts design and analyses to satisfy hardware performance, life, and environmental requirements. + Create modeling and design documentation using CAD. + Support assembly and testing, including performance, shock, vibration, and space environments. Essential Skills + 3+ years expierence in mechanical engineer for aerospace. + Proficiency in SolidWorks and CAD software. + Expertise in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). + Experience in mechanism design. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in the aerospace industry. Work Environment Join a dynamic team of four engineers led by a team lead, working in an open workspace where collaboration is key. The founder participates actively in the engineering pit, embodying the company's motto 'Build, Break, Fly'. Embrace the learning culture where failures are seen as learning opportunities. The company is pioneering on-orbit refueling, offering a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative space venture. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule with three days on-site and two remote, along with flexible working hours. Benefit from unlimited PTO and fully paid premiums for employees. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, CO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $72.11/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,CO.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.