# Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Senior) at Apex Space

- Company: Apex Space
- What the company does: Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.
- Company website: https://www.apexspace.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Los Angeles
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $140K to $195K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-23
- Apply by: 2026-11-07
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/apex-technology-inc/ecec5260-6418-4852-b582-bd994aebb8ba?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/apex-space-spacecraft-mechanical-engineer-senior/

## About the role

Apex is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our satellite engineering team. In this role, you’ll own the design, analysis, and development of critical mechanical hardware for our spacecraft, taking designs from initial concept through qualification, production, integration, and flight. You’ll work cross-functionally across engineering and production to solve complex mechanical challenges and deliver lightweight, reliable, and manufacturable flight hardware. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- U.S. Person status is required due to access to export-controlled data
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
- 7+ years of professional experience in mechanical design and hardware development, preferably within aerospace, spacecraft, launch vehicles, or other complex hardware environments
- Demonstrated experience owning complex mechanical hardware from concept through design, manufacturing, assembly, and test
- Strong proficiency in 3D CAD and engineering drawings, experience with NX preferred
- Strong understanding of structural mechanics, FEA, and hand calculations

Tags: Engineering

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