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Quantum Space · 2 hours ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Spacecraft Programs

positionRockville, MD
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date7+ years exp

Quantum Space is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to own flight hardware development on their Spacecraft Programs. This role involves taking components from requirements to released design, collaborating with AIT and manufacturing, and ensuring successful integration and testing of spacecraft hardware.

Aerospace
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Responsibilities

Own mechanical components/subsystems end-to-end: requirements, design, analysis coordination, release, and integration support
Develop CAD and drawings in Creo; apply GD&T and define inspectable requirements
Drive interface closure: envelope/keep-outs, fastener patterns, datums, alignment needs, harness/thermal accommodations
Support spacecraft build and integration: issue triage, rapid root-cause collaboration, and corrective design updates
Develop and execute verification plans: functional checks, fit checks, environmental test prep support, and acceptance/qualification evidence generation
Support design reviews (PDR/CDR), test readiness reviews, and configuration boards with clear technical content
Coordinate with suppliers and procurement: clarify requirements, review vendor designs, and support receiving/inspection disposition

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringCreoGD&TAerospace hardware developmentWindchillEnvironmental testingTechnical writingCollaboration

Required

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
7+ years relevant experience with aerospace/space hardware development
Proficiency in Creo; working knowledge of Windchill or similar PLM
Strong GD&T fundamentals (ASME Y14.5) and drawing package quality discipline
Experience supporting hardware through build/test cycles, not just design-in-a-vacuum
Work location within the DMV area
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

Spacecraft integration exposure: mass properties, alignment, configuration capture, as-built management
Experience writing or reviewing work instructions / build travelers
Familiarity with environmental testing and test readiness processes

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Generous leave
HSA
401(k) matching
Equity participation

Company

Quantum Space

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Quantum Space provides data buy services, deploys spacecraft, and performs space logistics for partners.
dateFounded in 2021
location
Rockville, Maryland, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://quantumspace.us/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$16.06M
Key Investors
Sporos Capital PartnersMaryland Department of CommercePrime Movers Lab
2025-03-11Private Equity
2025-02-19Grant· $0.06M
2024-06-25Grant· $1M

Leadership Team

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Benjamin Reed
Co-Founder and CIO
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