Gravitics, Inc. designs and manufactures large space structures, including orbital carriers, cargo logistics spacecraft, and space station modules. Backed by Type One Ventures.
About the role
As a Tooling Engineer at Gravitics, you will design, analyze, and implement manufacturing tooling and fixtures used to build large-scale space structures such as pressurized space station modules, orbital carriers, and spacecraft subsystems. This role bridges design engineering and production, ensuring that complex hardware can be manufactured repeatably, safely, and efficiently. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Demonstrated past ownership of complex tooling projects which interact with aerospace/aviation flight hardware, from requirements through test
- 5+ years of industry experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
- Experience writing manufacturing work instructions and build documentation for tooling incorporation
- Familiarity with CAD and Analysis packages such as NX and Simcenter 3D or similar. Experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter or similar)
- Strong understanding and application of drafting standards and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) in creating drawings
- Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field
More about this role
At Gravitics, we're not just exploring space—we're building it. We're creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers. We design and manufacture the large-scale structures and systems that will power human and robotic activity in Earth orbit and beyond. If you're ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity's reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you. Let's build the future, together.
As a Tooling Engineer at Gravitics, you will design, analyze, and implement manufacturing tooling and fixtures used to build large-scale space structures such as pressurized space station modules, orbital carriers, and spacecraft subsystems. This role bridges design engineering and production, ensuring that complex hardware can be manufactured repeatably, safely, and efficiently.
- Design custom tooling, jigs, fixtures, and assembly aids for large aerospace structures (e.g., cylindrical pressure vessels, primary structures, and module interfaces)
- Develop tooling for...
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