Structures Design Engineer
Greater Seattle Area
All Teams – Engineering /
Full Time /
Hybrid
About Gravitics
At Gravitics, we're not exploring space—we're building it. We're creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers. We design and manufacture the large-scale structures that power human and robotic activity in Earth orbit and beyond. If you're ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity's reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you. Let's build the future, together.
About the Role
To build our space systems, we need rockstars of all experience levels who can directly work the full product lifecycle of several challenging assemblies, including pressurized structures, launch adapters, mechanisms, tooling, and more. Responsibilities:
· Challenge the status quo.
· Review specifications and other engineering data to develop mechanical systems.
· Create mechanical designs that meets all requirements.
· Create detailed component and assembly drawings incorporating an understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.
· Verify great designs fit for humans in space through analysis and test.
· Work with suppliers and our manufacturing team to make your designs a reality.
· Be a reliable expert of your system, from concept to mission control console.
About You
You’re a successful candidate if you are a giver, not a taker. You have an ability to make things happen. You are exceptional at several things, yet willing to take on efforts in areas of weakness.
Required Attributes
· Demonstrated past ownership of complex projects.
· Ability to understand from first principles, not rely on the answers output from a mystery tool.
· A firm understanding of what’s required for a good mechanical design.
· Knowledge of loads such as pressure, vibration, shock, thermal, and how to design for them.
· 2+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
· Familiarity with CAD and Analysis packages such as NX, Simcenter, FEMAP and NASTRAN or similar.
· Strong understanding and application of drafting standards and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) in creating drawings.
· Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
Bonus Points for
· A proven history of successful hardware in launch vehicles or space systems.
· Experience working with safety critical systems, pressure vessels, docking/berthing and/or deployment mechanisms.
· Deep working knowledge in analysis of welds and other joints, design for manufacturability, and heat treat properties.
· Having a design portfolio.
$85,000 - $220,000 a year
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Gravitics is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Gravitics is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status or common decency.