Mechanical Engineer

BlackSky•Tukwila, WA

18d•$105,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineer at BlackSky, you will support the full program lifecycle of satellite systems and components, from concept to production. You will contribute to the development, design, testing, and production of satellite systems, components, mechanisms, and supporting hardware. You will develop initial concepts from requirements and objectives and mature those concepts using BlackSky best practices, mentorship from senior engineers, and your own skills and judgment. The role includes creating CAD models, selecting materials, generating and maintaining manufacturing documentation, and supporting production. You will work with flight, prototype, and ground support hardware throughout development, manufacturing, and testing as part of a multidisciplinary technical team producing satellites. This hybrid position is based at BlackSky’s Tukwila, Washington office and reports to the Director, Mechanical Engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a similar engineering discipline.
At least 5 years of professional experience in a mechanical engineering role.
Experience using CAD software to develop part and assembly models and manufacturing drawings.
Demonstrable experience maturing designs from initial concepts to detailed manufacturing drawings.
Working knowledge of the ANSI Y14.5 dimensioning and tolerancing specification.
Must be a U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PTC Creo and Windchill software.
Experience working on satellite or launch vehicle systems or components.
Familiarity with material selection for space environments.
Experience developing space mechanisms such as deployables, pointing mechanisms, actuators, hinges, and latching systems.

Responsibilities

Design spacecraft mechanical structures, mechanisms, assemblies, and components using CAD software (Creo).
Generate and maintain engineering and manufacturing documentation, including part drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials.
Document design and analysis data in technical reports, presentations, and manufacturing systems.
Plan, support, and/or execute functional testing of prototypes, qualification units, and flight units.
Support manufacturing and production teams by communicating design intent, resolving build issues, reviewing nonconformance reports, and implementing corrective actions.
Develop tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment as needed for integration and test activities.
Apply engineering judgment to make informed decisions with incomplete data, balancing performance, manufacturability, reliability, and schedule.
Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver space vehicle designs, production plans, and test strategies that support program cost, schedule, and quality goals.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, and voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only medical, dental, and vision premiums and contributes $100 per month toward out-of-pocket expenses.
15 days of PTO, 11 company holidays, four floating holidays (prorated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, and parental leave.
401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs.
Employer matching donations.
Professional development.
Company swag.