Mechanical Engineer - Structures and Mechanisms (All Levels)

About the role

This role is part of the New Shepard program. New Shepard is a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Kármán line – the internationally recognized boundary of space. Through operational reusability, New Shepard supports our mission of lowering the cost of access to space.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D CAD models, detailed engineering schematics, and technical drawings for mechanical components.
• Build and evaluate physical prototypes, conduct tests, and compile performance data.
• Prepare technical reports, update bills of materials (BOMs), and maintain clear documentation for design changes.
• Perform basic stress analyses, tolerance stack-ups.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar disciplines.
• Level I0-2 years experience with a strong background in design/analysis/construction of mechanical systems.
• Level II2-5 experience with a strong background in design/analysis/construction of mechanical systems.
• Level III5+ years of experience in similar role.
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is preferred but usually not strictly required.
• Proficiency in CAD systems (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA) and familiarity with FEA/CFD simulation tools.
• Understanding materials, thermodynamics, kinematics, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar disciplines.
• Level I0-2 years experience with a strong background in design/analysis/construction of mechanical systems.
• Level II2-5 experience with a strong background in design/analysis/construction of mechanical systems.
• Level III5+ years of experience in similar role.
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is preferred but usually not strictly required.
• Proficiency in CAD systems (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA) and familiarity with FEA/CFD simulation tools.
• Understanding materials, thermodynamics, kinematics, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Skills

• Strong background in design/analysis/construction of mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in CAD systems (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA).
• Familiarity with FEA/CFD simulation tools.
• Understanding materials, thermodynamics, kinematics, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-up analysis.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
• Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD