

Mechanical Engineer, Structures
Location
Greater Seattle Area
Level
Mid-Level
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
$110,000 - $140,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-02-05
The Mechanical Engineer, Structures at Gravitics will work on the design and manufacturing of large-scale structures and systems for space applications, contributing to the full product lifecycle of various assemblies.
Responsibilities
- Create detailed component and assembly drawings with an understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
- Apply hand calculations and empirical formulas to iterate on designs
- Build finite element models to analyze structures
- Design and implement custom tooling for programs
- Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to realize designs
- Manage schedules and budgets for structural hardware
- Track and address non-conformances
Job Requirements
- Demonstrated ownership of complex projects
- Knowledge of loads affecting designs (pressure, vibration, etc.)
- 2+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
- Experience with structural test plans
- Familiarity with CAD and analysis packages (e.g., NX, Simcenter 3D)
- Strong understanding of drafting standards and GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

