Spacecraft Mechanisms Engineer — Docking, Capture, and Mating Systems

Job overview

The Spacecraft Mechanisms Engineer — Docking, Capture, and Mating Systems role is full-time and onsite in Golden, CO, in the Denver metro area. The posting lists $110,000–$140,000 for Engineer and $140,000–$170,000 for Senior Engineer; level and base salary are determined case by case. Rendezvous Robotics is developing self-assembling spacecraft technology to enable larger, more capable spacecraft. The engineer owns design, analysis, and testing of docking, capture, and mating systems, taking flight hardware from concept through qualification, production, and on-orbit operation. The work supports in-space assembly by developing reliable interfaces and coordinating with engineering disciplines, manufacturing, test teams, and suppliers.

What you'll do

• Own docking latch design and structural performance of the mated joint
• own the mating electrical interface and alignment budget
• analyze load paths, thermal expansion, and load transfer
• design for contamination, debris, and wear tolerance
• perform structural analyses including modal, quasi-static, and random vibration
• develop test plans and support life, wear, vibration, shock, and thermal-vacuum campaigns
• select materials, coatings, and lubricants
• engage suppliers and produce and check detailed GD&T drawings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

spacecraft mechanisms engineer

docking systems

capture systems

mating interfaces

golden co

denver metro

rendezvous robotics

flight hardware

structural analysis

thermal vacuum testing

$110k–$170k/year

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• short- and long-term disability insurance
• life insurance
• paid parental leave
• possible three weeks of paid vacation and 10 or more paid holidays
• potential stock options.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or related field, 4+ years of spacecraft or satellite mechanism design, flight or flight-qualification hardware experience, and hands-on development and test experience. U.S. export-control eligibility requirements apply.

About the employer

Rendezvous Robotics is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.