Solar Array Mechanical Design Engineer

Lanteris Space is seeking a self-motivated and creative Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for space technology and exploration to join our team in San Jose, CA. In this role, you will contribute to the development of next-generation solar power systems that will support our growing business and future space missions.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify, and develop hardware to meet evolving system and mission requirements.
• Perform or coordinate analyses and testing to support qualification and ensure compliance with program standards, documenting all qualification activities.
• Develop and deliver formal technical presentations, including Design Reviews, Test Readiness Reviews, and other program milestones for internal stakeholders and customers.
• Create, revise, and release engineering drawings and manufacturing procedures in alignment with program schedules established by Project Management.
• Provide hands-on, day-to-day support for production operations, including real-time troubleshooting, design guidance, and issue resolution.
• Design, fabricate, and validate fixtures and tooling to support manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and engineering operations within the factory environment.
• Review, disposition, and close non-conformances while ensuring implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering

Skills

• CAD design/drafting experience
• Engineering experience in a production environment
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary organizations
• Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and problem-solving capability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to quickly learn, adapt, and manage competing priorities
• Aerospace experience a plus

Pay

The base pay for this position within California is: $67,000.00 - $111,000.00 annually. For all other states, geographic cost of labor is used to develop market-driven ranges.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health and welfare insurance
• 401(k) to eligible employees