Mechanical Engineer III or IV

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for owning the mechanical design and analysis from concept through flight, working closely with electrical/RF engineers, systems engineers, and program management to deliver flight hardware that survives launch and performs in the space environment. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role for someone who wants to see a design through its full lifecycle from early trade studies and requirements, through analysis, drawings, fabrication, test, and flight.

The position reports to the Mechanical Engineering Manager and is part of the Engineering department based in San Diego, CA. This role is 100% onsite.

• Own hardware through its full lifecycle — from concept and requirements through design, analysis, build, test, and delivery.
• Design mechanical enclosures, structures, systems, and mounting solutions for spacecraft hardware.
• Perform structural and thermal analysis to verify design margins against launch loads, on-orbit thermal environments, and mission requirements.
• Generate detailed part and assembly drawings suitable for fabrication and inspection.
• Collaborate closely with electrical and RF engineers on PCB layout, packaging, and mechanical-electrical integration.
• Develop manufacturing instructions and work with fabrication/assembly technicians to build flight and engineering hardware.
• Write environmental test procedures (TVAC, sine/random vibration, shock) and support test execution and data review.
• Actively contribute to the enhancement of team tools, templates, processes, and standards.

Basic Qualifications

• BS or higher degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 6+ years of mechanical/electromechanical design experience.
• Knowledge of space flight requirements, standards and environments is required.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals: statics, dynamics, heat transfer, structural mechanics, materials, and fabrication.
• An excellent communicator and proficient in development and delivery of presentations across a range of settings, including formal design reviews.
• Experience with FEA (SolidWorks, Ansys, or similar) to validate structural, thermal, vibrational, performance against program requirements.
• 3D CAD proficiency in SolidWorks and ability to understand and apply GD&T per ASME-Y14.5 to create high-quality engineering drawings.
• Understanding of machining and mechanical assembly as it impacts design.
• Experience writing manufacturing instructions.
• Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating electronic components (PCBAs, motors, sensors etc.) into mechanical designs for space or military applications.
• Structural or thermal testing experience – TVAC, thermal cycling, random vibration, shock.

Government Mandated Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance

The good faith base salary range for this role is $125,000–$167,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

California pay range

$125,000—$167,000 USD