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Katalyst Space Technologies

Mechanical Engineer II, Space Systems

Katalyst Space Technologies · Broomfield, Colorado, United States

Posted about 3 months ago · $110,000 - $140,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
Katalyst Space Technologies's roles stay open a median of 82 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
98% of Katalyst Space Technologies's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Katalyst Space Technologies
high
42 stale, 0 reposted of 42 open
Hiring momentum
46 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-24

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About this role

As a Mechanical Engineer II at Katalyst, you will own upgrade modules for spacecraft, ensuring they integrate smoothly with the NEXUS-1 spacecraft. Your responsibilities will include creating CAD models, performing structural analyses, and participating in design reviews while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will also support mechanical integration and testing both in the lab and in the field, contributing to the development of robotic space vehicles.

Our read on this posting3.6out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • 3-4 years experience designing, modeling and creating drawings for spacecraft or payloads
  • 1-2 years experience creating work instructions and supporting the build process
  • 1-2 years experience running FEA analyses to assess vibration and shock loads for spacecraft or payloads
  • Strong understanding of mechanics of materials, material failure modes, and associated analysis methods
  • Familiarity with a wide set of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, forming, and joining methods

Nice to have

  • Hands-on experience building and testing flight hardware
  • Experience with avionics, optics and harnessing
  • Experience in start-up environments with minimal oversight
  • Experience designing and integrating EP or Chem Prop systems
  • Ability to think in a systems mindset and understand how one subsystem affects the others

What you get

  • Stock options & equity
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Catered lunches

Worth weighing

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Compensation is determined on a case-by-case basis, with a salary range provided but not guaranteed for all candidates
  • Position requires compliance with ITAR regulations, which may affect non-US applicants

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