# Mechanical Design Engineer at Benchmark Space Systems

- Company: Benchmark Space Systems
- What the company does: Benchmark Space Systems is building a low-cost propulsion system for the rapidly growing small satellite market. The company system uses a non-toxic, inert chemical that is safe to transport and store, making it attractive to a range of customers. Backed by Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies (VCET).
- Company website: https://benchmarkspacesystems.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Burlington, VT
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $105K to $125K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-11-02
- Apply by: 2026-12-17
- Apply: https://benchmark-space-systems-inc.breezy.hr/p/96efdc42d6b1-mechanical-design-engineer?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/benchmark-space-systems-mechanical-design-engineer/

## About the role

At its core, Benchmark is an entrepreneurial, fast paced organization. In this environment, we need all employees to solve problems, not be afraid to ask questions and be able to work with and help colleagues in different departments and positions by digging in and working on other tasks as needed/assigned depending on business needs. With that said, there are primary job responsibilities Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
- 3+ years of professional experience in a mechanical design engineering role within the aerospace industry
- Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and experience generating engineering drawings and models for production
- Proficiency in basic mechanical analysis, including both hand calculations and use of simulation tools (e.g. Solidworks Simulation, ANSYS)
- Individually motivated and accountable for driving mechanical design while working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team on system requirements and development


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