Structures Design Engineer II
ABOUT US:
Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company building a faster, more connected future. Our mission is to democratize high-speed flight by making supersonic travel flexible, accessible, and sustainable. We believe that rapid, on-demand, point-to-point global mobility will become the new standard for moving people and goods across the planet. To achieve this, we are integrating our advanced airframe and engine technologies-which include Duality™, our proprietary dual-use propulsion system-with a new flight operations model to make supersonic transport as efficient and economical as commercial air travel is today. In the near term, we are developing adaptable, high-speed systems to close aircraft performance gaps for the United States government.
WHO WE ARE:
We’re a team of passionate engineers dedicated to advancing aerospace. We’re generalists with specialist depth, united by a flat structure and a shared obsession with building things that work well. We move fast, stay pragmatic, and let engineering excellence speak louder than hierarchy.
WHO YOU ARE:
Astro Mechanica is seeking a Structures Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in structural design principles and a passion for solving challenging aerospace problems. You’re eager to apply your engineering education and early career experience to real aircraft hardware, while learning from experienced engineers across disciplines. You’ll play a key role in helping to design, analyze, and test advanced aerospace structures that directly contribute to the performance and safety of our vehicles.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Contribute to the design and analysis of composite and metallic structures for high-performance aircraft
Support structural layout and configuration development with guidance from senior engineers
Perform CAD modeling, drawings, and basic structural analysis (hand calcs and FEA)
Assist with trade studies balancing performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (aero, propulsion, manufacturing, test) to define and support structural requirements
Participate in design reviews, manufacturing support, and testing activities
Document work clearly and maintain configuration control of designs and models
Learn from senior engineers and steadily grow technical depth and autonomy
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
3+ years of experience in structural design and analysis
Familiarity with composite and metallic materials, structural design principles, and manufacturing processes
Hands-on proficiency in CAD (e.g. NX, SolidWorks, or similar)
Exposure to structural analysis methods (hand calculations, FEA tools such as Nastran, Abaqus, or Ansys)
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to take initiative
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
Enthusiasm for learning, building, and contributing to innovative aerospace vehicles
PERKS AND BENEFITS:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) program and transparent stock option plan
Self-managed and flexible time-off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time
Flexible work environment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
At Astro Mechanica, we highly value in-office work to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. We consider working in the office five days a week an essential part of the employee's role.
Astro Mechanica is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.