Mechanical Engineer II, Structures & Layout
Katalyst Space Technologies · Broomfield, Colorado, United States
Posted about a month ago · $110,000 - $140,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 30 days Katalyst Space Technologies's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 98% of Katalyst Space Technologies's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Katalyst Space Technologies
- high 27 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
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Katalyst Space Technologies's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Katalyst Space Technologies.
About this role
As a Mechanical Engineer II at Katalyst, you will support the design and integration of spacecraft mechanical systems from concept through to flight. Your responsibilities will include developing CAD assemblies, performing structural analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve integration challenges. You will also participate in design reviews and ensure that engineering documentation meets high-quality standards.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Katalyst Space Technologies as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 3-4 years of experience designing, packaging, analyzing, and releasing mechanical hardware for spacecraft, launch vehicles, aircraft, robotics, defense systems, or other high-reliability products
- Demonstrated proficiency with 3D CAD for complex assemblies and top-level layouts, including configuration management, interface definition, and detailed drawing release
- Strong mechanical fundamentals including statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, load paths, stiffness, joints/fasteners, vibration, thermal effects, and material failure modes
- Experience performing hand calculations and structural analysis using FEA to assess static strength, modal behavior, vibration, shock, or related flight environments
- Ability to work across mechanical, electrical, avionics, GNC, propulsion, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and systems teams to resolve interface and integration issues
Nice to have
- Experience developing spacecraft structures or payload mechanical systems through qualification and flight integration
- Experience owning spacecraft configuration/layout, mechanical architecture, equipment placement, or payload packaging on a tightly integrated vehicle
- Experience integrating avionics, harnesses, propulsion components, tanks, thermal hardware, GNC sensors, mechanisms, or payloads into constrained spacecraft volumes
- Experience in startup or rapid-development environments with minimal oversight and frequent design iteration
- Systems-level mindset and ability to understand how a mechanical layout decision affects thermal, electrical, GNC, mass properties, and operations
What you get
- Base salary determined on a case-by-case basis, anticipated range of $110,000 - $140,000 annually
- Eligibility for long-term incentives through the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan
- Relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses
- Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of the technology stack or tools used
- Role requires adherence to ITAR regulations, which may limit non-US applicants
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
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Listed by Katalyst Space Technologies on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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