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Mechanical Engineer – Ground Systems (MGSE)

Apex Space · Los Angeles · On-site

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About Apex Space

Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.

About the role

Apex is looking for a Mechanical Engineer – Ground Systems (MGSE) to join our team and help design, build, and support the equipment that makes spacecraft integration, testing, and launch possible. You’ll work hands-on with hardware and collaborate closely with engineering, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure that Apex spacecraft are supported by reliable, efficient, and scalable mechanical ground support systems. Create part drawings, assembly models, and bills of materials Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in mechanical design or test support (master’s degree may substitute for experience)
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (NX preferred)
  • Basic understanding of mechanical design principles, tolerancing, and structural analysis
  • Familiarity with manufacturing methods, materials, and inspection processes
More about this role

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.

Apex is looking for a Mechanical Engineer – Ground Systems (MGSE) to join our team and help design, build, and support the equipment that makes spacecraft integration, testing, and launch possible. You’ll work hands-on with hardware and collaborate closely with engineering, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure that Apex...

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