Piper Companies

Mechanisms Engineer - 174357

Piper Companies$85K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering fields
  • Proficient in mechanical assembly, testing, and integration of space hardware
  • Experienced with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, thermal chambers)
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Flexibility for occasional weekend and early morning work (e.g., 4 AM deployments)

Responsibilities

  • Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft mechanisms with thousands of moving parts per satellite
  • Develop and operate ground support equipment for vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum testing
  • Analyze test data, determine pass/fail criteria, and support spacecraft integration and launch operations
  • Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure mechanism performance from design through mission deployment
  • Troubleshoot anomalies, perform root-cause analysis, and contribute to design improvements

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave as required by law
  • Paid Holidays
  • Relocation assistance
  • Meal stipend
  • Stock options
  • Unlimited PTO
Full Job Description
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Mechanisms Engineer to join a Federal Consulting company located in Midland, TX (fully on site). The Mechanisms Engineer will support the design, assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanisms, contributing to the rapid production and deployment of a next-generation satellite constellation. This work is 100% on site, with relocation assistance and meal stipend provided in addition to salary and benefits.

Responsibilities of the Mechanisms Engineer:
  • Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft mechanisms, including thousands of moving parts per satellite
  • Develop and operate ground support equipment for vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum testing
  • Analyze test data, determine pass/fail criteria, and support spacecraft integration and launch operations
  • Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure mechanism performance from design through mission deployment
  • Troubleshoot anomalies, perform root-cause analysis, and contribute to design improvements


Requirements for the Mechanisms Engineer:
  • 2+ years of experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering fields
  • Proficiency in mechanical assembly, testing, and integration of space hardware
  • Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, thermal chambers)
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Flexibility for occasional weekend and early morning work (e.g., 4 AM deployments)


Compensation for the Mechanisms Engineer:

Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000+ depending on experience

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Paid Holidays

Additional Benefits: Relocation assistance, stock options, meal stipend, and unlimited PTO

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Keywords:

Mechanisms Engineer, AIT, Aerospace, Satellite Integration, CAD, Creo, SolidWorks, Thermal Vacuum Testing, Vibration Testing, Ground Support Equipment, Test Engineering, Spacecraft, CubeSat, Launch Operations, Agile, Manufacturing, SpaceTech

About Piper Companies

Piper Companies is a staffing and recruiting firm based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. It provides staffing solutions for a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The company was founded in 2011 and has since grown to become a leading provider of staffing services in the Philadelphia area. Piper Companies is committed to providing high-quality service to its clients and candidates, and has a strong focus on building long-term relationships. The company is also known for its corporate social responsibility initiatives, including support for local charities and community organizations.
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