Mechanisms Engineer

AST SpaceMobile

Mechanisms Engineer developing precision mechanical systems for aerospace at AST SpaceMobile. Collaborating cross-functionally to bring complex designs from development to testing.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop mechanical systems and mechanisms, including performing analysis and trade studies to optimize performance, efficiency, and manufacturability
Execute detailed engineering design work in accordance with established standards, procedures, and program requirements
Collaborate with internal teams to support system integration, assembly, and testing activities
Partner with external vendors by defining requirements, reviewing designs, and tracking development progress
Develop and maintain mechanical documentation, including requirements, drawings, interface definitions, and test procedures
Define and validate mechanical interfaces between subsystems and components
Support qualification testing (e.g., vibration, thermal, environmental) and evaluate results
Troubleshoot hardware issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
Present technical findings and design updates during reviews with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Identify and implement process improvements, new technologies, or innovative design approaches

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
A minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical design and analysis, preferably involving complex systems or hardware development
Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred)
Additional experience in aerospace, space systems, or other high-performance environments (preferred)
Familiarity with multidisciplinary systems involving electrical or software components (preferred)
Experience supporting hardware through full lifecycle (design to testing and delivery) (preferred)
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams (soft skill)
Proven problem-solving mindset and sense of ownership (soft skill)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (soft skill)
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy of all documentation and deliverables (soft skill)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment (soft skill).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible working arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

Mechanical Systems DesignPerformance AnalysisTrade StudiesVibration TestingThermal TestingEnvironmental TestingHardware TroubleshootingInterface DefinitionRequirements DevelopmentComplex Systems Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving MindsetCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailMulti-Priority Management

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringAdvanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Preferred)