About the RoleApex is looking for a
Mechanical Design Engineer - Solar Array to help us design, analyze, and qualify the mechanical systems that make our solar arrays deploy and function flawlessly. This role is deeply hands-on and highly cross-functional-you'll go from concept sketches to flight-qualified hardware in a fast-paced environment where your work will be critical to mission success.
Responsibilities:- Own the mechanical design of solar array subassemblies and related deployment mechanisms
- Drive system-level and component-level trade studies to identify optimal mechanical configurations
- Build CAD models across the full design lifecycle-from concept to detailed, manufacturable parts
- Perform engineering analyses, including structural, dynamic, and thermal simulations
- Define detailed manufacturing requirements through part drawings and documentation
- Create and maintain supporting documentation including BOMs, materials specs, and mass models
- Contribute to test plans and verification strategies, and participate in qualification campaigns
- Present designs and analysis at internal reviews and provide clear technical documentation
Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
- 6+ years of hands-on experience designing and qualifying mechanisms for space applications
- Strong CAD proficiency (NX preferred)
- Skilled in structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis methods and tools
- Fluent in GD&T and mechanical tolerancing practices
- Familiarity with components commonly used in space mechanisms (e.g., motors, hinges, actuators, bearings, hold-down systems)
- Understanding of electromechanical systems and motor control electronics
- Experience with design-for-manufacturing (DFM/DFX) principles
- Comfortable supporting environmental testing (vibe, shock, thermal, thermal-vacuum)
- Excellent communication, organization, and technical presentation skills
CompensationSalary Range: $145,000 - $195,000 a year
The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base salary range and excludes additional benefits. If your salary requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply.
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What We Offer For Full-time Employees:- Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
- Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
- Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
- 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
- Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
- Vibrant community: Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
- Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
- World-class Playa Vista office with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
- Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference
Ready to join a team where your contributions matter and your future is bright? Let's build something extraordinary together.
