Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company developing a scalable technology platform to power critical infrastructure, mission operations, and the future of flight. We apply aerospace engineering and quality standards across our products, delivering high performance, reliability, and efficiency for the most demanding operating environments. Astro Mechanica is backed by leading venture and strategic investors, including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Giant Step Capital, United Airlines Ventures, and Voyager Ventures.
WHO WE ARE:We’re a team of passionate engineers dedicated to advancing aerospace. We’re generalists with specialist depth, united by a flat structure and a shared obsession with building things that work well. We move fast, stay pragmatic, and let engineering excellence speak louder than hierarchy.
WHO YOU ARE:Astro Mechanica is looking for a Mechanical Systems engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who has a deep-seated understanding of complex system dynamics and can take full ownership of design and validation of high-speed power transmission systems. Your work at Astro Mechanica will have a direct impact on the configuration and performance of the turboelectric adaptive jet engine.
In this role, your mission will be to architect, analyze, build, and test critical power transmission systems to power the electric propulsion systems. You will collaborate between propulsion, aircraft, and test teams to deliver optimized transmission hardware for the flight vehicle, proven through rigorous ground testing. You are attentive to detail and enjoy solving nuanced, interconnected problems.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:Architect high-performance, high-speed geartrain systems with consideration for high-speed rotordynamic effects, lubrication, and highly integrated interfaces
Perform gear design calculations (AGMA/ISO standards), including load capacity, contact stress, and bending fatigue
Conduct dynamic analysis of rotating systems including vibration, critical speed, and noise, vibration, harshness (KissSoft, Simcenter, SMT MASTA, Ansys)
Design and analyze custom shaft, bearing, housing, and lubrication system hardware and establish subsystem testing to validate component performance
Specify qualification testing and analyze test data for hardware behavior and performance characterization
Improve and maintain the accuracy of simulation models through anchoring to historical and internally generated test data
Define instrumentation placement with understanding of measurement limitations
Diagnose hardware/software problems efficiently and perform corrective actions
5+ years hands-on experience with transmission design and/or test in automotive, aerospace, or power generation applications
Foundational knowledge of rotordynamics, fatigue effects, lubrication systems, and transmission failure modes
Familiarity with test instrumentation, data reduction, and anchoring analysis with experimental results
Takes initiative for continuous improvement (not just completing assigned tasks)
Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and high-growth environment
Attentive to detail and maintain a high level of quality in all work
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) program and transparent stock option plan
Self-managed and flexible time-off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time
Flexible work environment
At Astro Mechanica, we highly value in-office work to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. We consider working in the office five days a week an essential part of the employee's role.
Astro Mechanica is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Skills Required
- 5+ years hands-on experience with transmission design and/or test in automotive, aerospace, or power generation applications.
- Foundational knowledge of rotordynamics, fatigue effects, lubrication systems, and transmission failure modes.
- Experience performing gear design calculations to AGMA/ISO standards, including load capacity, contact stress, and bending fatigue.
- Experience with dynamic analysis tools and methodologies (KissSoft, Simcenter, SMT MASTA, Ansys) for vibration, critical speed, and NVH analysis.
- Design and analysis experience for custom shafts, bearings, housings, and lubrication hardware and establishing subsystem testing.
- Familiarity with test instrumentation, data reduction, and anchoring simulation models with experimental results.
- Ability to specify qualification testing and analyze test data for hardware performance characterization.
- High attention to detail, initiative for continuous improvement, and flexibility to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
What We Do
Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company focused on innovating supersonic aircraft technology, developing next-generation flight systems, engines, and airframes for the new age of aerospace.
