Mechanical Simulation Engineer
Space Kinetic
About this role
The Mechanical Simulation Engineer will design, refine, and analyze prototypes of Space Kinetic's core electromechanical deployment system to support a flight demonstration within two years. The role involves finalizing CAD designs, reducing mass while increasing stiffness, preparing prototypes for environmental and zero-g testing, and iterating designs based on test data in a cleared, mission-focused startup.
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About Space Kinetic
spacekinetic.comSpace Kinetic is an aerospace engineering firm focused on developing compact kinetic systems and subsystems for small satellites and cubesats. They design and manufacture flight-ready hardware such as reaction wheels, momentum management modules, and deployable mechanisms, alongside rapid-prototyping and environmental testing services. Space Kinetic works with satellite operators, universities, and research organizations to accelerate mission development through modular, reliability‑driven solutions and hands‑on integration support.
Recent company news
Los Angeles TimesSpace Kinetic Raises $12-Million Seed Round for Space Missile Defense
Aug 22, 2025
Defence Industry EuropeSpace Kinetic secures DARPA contract to advance asymmetric space-based missile defence system
Nov 13, 2025
PR NewswireDraper Names Space Kinetic Corp. the Newest DraperSPARX Partner
Aug 28, 2025
Santa Fe New MexicanCalifornia venture capital firm invests in New Mexico's Space Kinetic for payload-deployment tech
Aug 30, 2025
PR NewswireCerraCap Ventures Invests in Space Kinetic, Driving Breakthrough - Space Superiority and Missile Defense Innovation
Aug 19, 2025
About Space Kinetic
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$75k – $125k
per year
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