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Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Mechanisms Engineer to join a Federal Consulting company located in Midland, TX (fully on site). The Mechanisms Engineer will support the design, assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanisms, contributing to the rapid production and deployment of a next-generation satellite constellation. This work is 100% on site.
Job Responsibility:
Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft mechanisms, including thousands of moving parts per satellite
Develop and operate ground support equipment for vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum testing
Analyze test data, determine pass/fail criteria, and support spacecraft integration and launch operations
Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure mechanism performance from design through mission deployment
Troubleshoot anomalies, perform root-cause analysis, and contribute to design improvements
Implement process improvement to streamline repeated manufacturing and workflows, improving consistency and reducing rework
Requirements:
4+ years of experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering fields
Proficiency in mechanical assembly, testing, and integration of space hardware
Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, thermal chambers)
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexibility for occasional weekend and early morning work (e.g., 4 AM deployments)
Must be able to provide 2 letters of recommendations from former managers/ employers