Mechanical Design Engineer

Benchmark Space Systems, a leader in small satellite propulsion systems and in-space mobility services, is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. The Mechanical Design Engineer will work with an interdisciplinary group of engineers to develop new propulsion components and systems from concept generation to hardware delivery, as well as work to improve existing system and component designs.

The role requires a strong understanding of mechanical design and analysis principles, ability to generate production-ready prints and models, and aptitude for creative, rapid problem-solving.

This is an on-site role at our headquarters in Burlington, Vermont.

At Benchmark Space Systems
, we’re pioneering the future of in-space mobility. Our propulsion technologies provide satellites the ability to maneuver, avoid collisions, and maximize mission potential—all while contributing to a safer, more sustainable space environment.

Backed by recent funding and a growing slate of new flight contracts for government and commercial customers, we’re building a workplace where bold ideas and passionate people thrive. Engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers at Benchmark tackle some of the toughest challenges in spaceflight, working together to turn cutting-edge concepts into real-world solutions. If you're ready to help shape the next era of spaceflight, there's never been a better time to join Benchmark Space Systems.

At its core, Benchmark is an entrepreneurial, fast paced organization. In this environment, we need all employees to solve problems, not be afraid to ask questions and be able to work with and help colleagues in different departments and positions by digging in and working on other tasks as needed/assigned depending on business needs. With that said, there are primary job responsibilities

• Develop and be accountable for mechanical designs at both the component and system level from early concept through production.
• Work with Electrical and Software Engineers to incorporate control electronics and telemetry into mechanical designs.
• Collaborate with Analysis and Test Engineers to validate designs.
• Coordinate with Fluids Engineers to incorporate necessary components such as valves, regulators, and pressure transducers.
• Work with Production Engineers to support assembly, integration, and test.
• Identify and communicate with vendors and/or internal procurement team to source commercially available components and to manufacture custom designs.
• Contribute to all aspects of the design process including requirements development, design reviews, component sourcing, test plan development, and design revision.
• Work closely with customers, systems engineering, program management, and other disciplines to track mechanical requirements and to support documentation such as master equipment lists, bills of material, end item data packs, mass growth allowance estimates, etc.
• Support customer facing reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.).
• Promote cross-discipline collaboration between mechanical, analysis, electrical, and software engineers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in a mechanical design engineering role within the aerospace industry.
• U.S. Person required.

What you bring to the position, or have the ability to swiftly learn and be successful in:

• Proficiency with CAD software (Solid Works preferred) and experience generating engineering drawings and models for production.
• Proficiency in basic mechanical analysis, including both hand calculations and use of simulation tools (e.g. Solidworks Simulation, ANSYS).
• Individually motivated and accountable for driving mechanical design while working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team on system requirements and development.

• 6+ years of professional experience in a mechanical design engineering role.
• Direct experience in spacecraft or spacecraft subsystem design including component layout and design of primary and secondary…