Senior Mechanical Engineer - Valves & Fluid Systems
Motive Workforce Solutions
Alameda, CA
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Alameda, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Valves & Fluid Systems team of a next-generation space launch provider. In this role, you'll lead the design, development, and qualification of fluid system components that are critical to launch success. This includes high-pressure valves, actuators, cryogenic plumbing, and quick-disconnects-owning designs from concept through flight.
This is a high-accountability, hands-on engineering position where you'll collaborate with technicians, test engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure hardware is designed, tested, and delivered on time. You'll also play a key role in mentoring junior engineers, shaping team standards, and driving continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the mechanical design for valves, actuators, and other fluid system hardware
- Perform structural, thermal, and tolerance analyses to validate designs
- Lead hardware development from prototyping to environmental and hot-fire testing
- Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions for test or production issues
- Collaborate cross-functionally with propulsion, test, and structures teams for seamless integration
- Deliver complete engineering documentation to support manufacturing and test operations
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers while contributing to design best practices
Compensation
- Base salary range: $130,000 - $160,000 per year (Bay Area market range; excludes bonus and benefits)
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