{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6a74efa38e7756b2a01ef6f8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6a74efa38e7756b2a01ef6f8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6a74efa38e7756b2a01ef6f8","title":"Structures Engineer","description":"Requisition Number: 10210Time Commitment: Extended hours and occasional weekends as neededEmployment Type: Full Time/Salaried/ExemptAnticipated Salary Range: $95,000 – $175,000Security Clearance: ITAR ComplianceLevel of Experience: Entry/Early Career/Mid/SeniorWho We AreCambrian Space is building a human-rated lunar habitat platform to enable a sustained human presence on the Moon and the lunar industrial economy that will follow.Our habitats are built around life. We engineer the conditions people take for granted on Earth (breathable air, stable pressure, controlled temperature and humidity) and make them dependable in one of the harshest environments humans have ever tried to live in.An economy beyond Earth depends on people being able to stay there. We’re building the infrastructure that makes that possible, starting on the Moon.Visit cambrianspace.com to learn more about Cambrian Space.About The RoleAs a Structures Engineer, you will work with the engineering team that is responsible for designing, building, and certifying all structural components of a human-rated lunar habitat. Your design work and assembly instructions will adhere to the highest rigor possible in order to sustain human life on the Moon. You will have the opportunity to lead your team and collaborate across partner teams on the lunar habitat platform.You will be the subject matter expert on all structural components and their production in the Greater Los Angeles area. This includes engineering support for design and manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. This role involves the design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing of structural system elements. You will work with other engineers to support these goals and have the opportunity to contribute to the technology that will support life on other planets.What You’ll OwnDesign & AnalysisLead structural design, analysis, and testing for human-rated lunar habitat components. Serve as SME across all structural systems.Manufacturing & ProductionDevelop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes. Drive DFMA, resolve non-conformances, and execute capital equipment upgrades.Leadership & DeliveryLead your engineering team and design reviews. Own project timelines from concept through launch and in-space operations.Cross-Functional IntegrationPartner with avionics, software, mission ops, suppliers, and customers to ensure seamless integration.Minimum QualificationsDegree RequirementsBachelor's degree in an engineering discipline OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years of relevant experienceExperience3+ years of mechanical design and drafting experience (including internships or personal projects)3+ years of experience with 3D CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, etc.)1+ years of experience leading an engineering teamSecurityITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.TravelLittle required (","company":"Cambrian Space","rawCompany":"cambrian space","city":"Industry","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-10-24T09:29:05.005Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Structures Engineer","description":"Requisition Number: 10210Time Commitment: Extended hours and occasional weekends as neededEmployment Type: Full Time/Salaried/ExemptAnticipated Salary Range: $95,000 – $175,000Security Clearance: ITAR ComplianceLevel of Experience: Entry/Early Career/Mid/SeniorWho We AreCambrian Space is building a human-rated lunar habitat platform to enable a sustained human presence on the Moon and the lunar industrial economy that will follow.Our habitats are built around life. 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