Mechanical Engineer

Location: Onsite Melbourne, FL

Join a cutting-edge space systems team as a Mechanical Engineer, reporting to the General Manager. Youll contribute across the full satellite system lifecyclefrom concept and design through integration, testing, and launchensuring mechanical integrity, performance, and compliance with aerospace standards.

This is an onsite role based in Melbourne, Florida, working closely with a collaborative, multi-functional team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical components and assemblies for satellite systems.
• Perform FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to validate structural integrity under launch and operational conditions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and testing teams to ensure mechanical design feasibility and performance.
• Support integration and environmental testing of mechanical systems.
• Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and failure investigations.
• Develop and maintain mechanical documentation and specifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of mechanical design processes and tools.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of professional experience
• Strong proficiency in mechanical design and analysis.
• Experience with FEA tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards including NASA, DoD, ISO, and AS specifications.
• Experience in space or defense projects.
• Experience with MATLAB for modeling and analysis.

• Experience with satellite or high-reliability mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-1540, MIL-STD-883, and NASA-STD-8739 series.
• Exposure to ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.

About Actalent

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