Mechanical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D CAD models and drawings with GD&T for parts and assemblies.
• Perform tolerance stack-ups and support new mechanical and electrical designs.
• Perform engineering analyses to validate performance margins in space environments.
• Design, build and assemble prototypes and flight hardware.
• Prepare test articles and support vibration and thermal-vacuum testing.
• Write assembly, integration, and test (AIT) procedures.
• Work with vendors on quotes, incoming inspection, and non-conformance resolution.
• Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Collaborate closely with GNC, electrical, and software teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design, assembly, and test.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, or NX) and GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and testing.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or asylee/refugee) due to ITAR/EAR export control requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FEA (ANSYS, Nastran, or equivalent).
• Exposure to manufacturing.
• Space environment testing experience (vibration, thermal-vacuum).
• Scripting experience in Python or MATLAB.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the rapidly growing space industry.
• A high-energy, in-person team in DC that loves building together: collaborative, ambitious, and mission-aligned.
• Meaningful equity and real ownership: competitive salary plus an equity stake in a fast-growing, well-backed company.
• Comprehensive benefits, including 401(k), health insurance with dental and vision, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and a free on-site gym.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Relocation assistance.
• The chance to make a real, visible impact on the future of space exploration. Your work will go to space!

The selected applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check and reference check.

Magma Space Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Even if you don’t meet all the qualifications as outlined here, but are still excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway.