Avionics Mechanical Engineer

Join Impulse, a cutting-edge aerospace company, as an Avionics Mechanical Engineer. In this hands-on role, you will design and develop mechanical hardware for high-performance avionics systems used in demanding space environments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and own designs from concept through analysis, prototype, test, iteration, and qualification. Enjoy competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, company ownership, and a flexible PTO policy.

• Design and develop mechanical hardware for high-performance avionics systems used in demanding space environments.
• Partner closely with electrical, structures, thermal, dynamics, and integration engineers to create efficient, high-performing product architectures.
• Own designs from concept through analysis, prototype, test, iteration, and qualification.

• This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys moving quickly, solving multidisciplinary problems, and taking designs from early architecture through test and qualification
• Strong CAD skills and the ability to learn new tools quickly
• Experience designing metal parts with manufacturing and assembly in mind
• Working knowledge of GD&T and tolerancing
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain design decisions, surface risks, and drive resolution across teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Experience designing hardware for vibration, thermal, vacuum, or other challenging operating environments
• 5+ years of experience with one or more of the following: motor design, optics, harness routing, RF hardware, or vacuum chamber/environment design
• Experience working in a startup or other fast-paced development environment
• Experience with NX and Teamcenter
• This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S
• Or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies