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Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space-for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed.\nAbout the Job\nWe are looking for a highly skilled and motivated professional to become an integral part of our dynamic and multidisciplinary engineering team as a Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer. In this position, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to the design and development of innovative, next-generation space systems and mechanisms. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for designing, prototyping, building, and testing hardware, as well as demonstrable expertise in the area of composite structures specifically tailored for spacecraft applications.\nThis position is based on-site in our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign and analyze spacecraft hardware and components, including: \nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to derive and refine requirements.\nPerform detailed design for structures and for deployable panels.\nPerform analysis for launch loads and on-orbit load cases.\nBuild Finite Element Models to estimate on-orbit micro vibration propagation through the spacecraft.\nEvaluate and down select fabrication vendors.\nWork closely with the Chief Engineer and Systems Architects to optimize designs for performance and manufacturability.\nCreate detailed design documentation, including drawings, design guides, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).\nOwn the design through the full build and test lifecycle, including:\nDevelop and execute work instructions, test plans, and test reports.\nSupport complex secondary operations, such as solar cell laydown and string welding.\nPartner with technicians and manufacturing engineers to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.\nVendor management and ensuring quality of received components.\nDevelop and conduct Qualification campaigns.\nProvide mechanical engineering support to other engineering teams as needed.\nOccasionally support launch and test campaigns outside regular hours, including evenings and weekends.\nPerform other duties as required.\nRequirements\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field.\n8-10+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience, with a focus on composite materials and structural design.\nStrong understanding of composite materials, fabrication processes, and inspection methods.\nExperience performing structural analyses, including first-principles calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).\nHands-on experience with manufacturing, assembly, and integration of complex mechanical structures.\nProficiency in CAD software, including design and drafting in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently diagnose technical challenges and communicate effective solutions.\nDesired Qualifications\nMaster's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field.\n15+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience, specializing in composite structures and design.\nExperience analyzing honeycomb core structures, including failure modes and damage tolerance.\nExperience developing finite element models for jitter prediction and structural performance.\nExperience designing or analyzing solar arrays and other deployable mechanisms.\nExperience performing thermal analyses and optimizing structural designs for weight and efficiency.\nExperience identifying and resolving manufacturing or supplier quality issues.\nFamiliarity with electronics assemblies, wiring harnesses, and mechanical-electrical integration.\nExperience working in Agile development environments and collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering teams.\nBenefits\nFlexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave.\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)\nVol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)\n401k with 3% non-elective company contribution\nStock Options\nFree Parking\nFree lunch in office daily\nUmbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.\nEmployment Eligibility Verification\nIn compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.\nITAR/EAR Requirements\nThis position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.\nPay Transparency\nThis job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. 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