Lead Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Department: Vehicle EngineeringLocation: Hawthorne, CaliforniaCompensation: $150,000 - $169,000 / yearDescriptionVenturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team. As a Lead Structures Engineer, you and your team will design, develop, test, and operate planetary rovers and related hardware. You will be responsible for producing high-performance designs for challenging environments, with cradle-to-grave accountability. You will have the opportunity to develop and mentor other engineers while working on novel, complex mechanical systems.What you'll do:Work with leadership and design counterparts to define Astrolab best practices for structures design, analysis, and testDesign mechanical and thermal platforms at the architectural levelBuild tools and infrastructure to make your team and the company more efficientSet team priorities and manage progress through various program phasesDevelop and train structures engineersWhat you'll bring:Bachelor’s degree in engineering5+ years of experience in a design role at an aerospace companyExperience with structural design principles, finite element analysis methods, structural test designExperience developing hardware to meet space industry design standards and best practicesProven experience leading a team through a design program start-to-finishAbility to mentor and develop more junior engineers, contractors, and interns to build an effective design teamPreferred Skills and Experience:Applicable advanced degreeProven experience operating to meet schedule targets in a fast-paced environmentExperience with NASA technical standards for design, analysis, and testExperience with structural dynamics analysis and test methodsExperience with thermal analysis methods and toolsBenefits and PerksJoin a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface explorationEquity ownership in the companyComprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support401(k) plan with company matchFlexible PTO and parental leaveHome office set up reimbursementWeekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-siteOnce a month social hour on-site with food and drinks