Astra

Sr Mechanical Engineer, Vehicle Structures Team (2 openings)

Alameda, CA · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$140k-$180kDetected 17 days ago

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About the role

The Vehicle Structures Team is a cross-functional group of engineers and technicians working to launch Astra's Rocket 4.
We provide lunch and there's plenty of snacks and drinks to get you through the day.
Please contact us to request accommodation.

How You'll Fulfill Your Mission Design & Analysis Own components/sub-assemblies of our the vehicle to create design solutions from initial concept to detailed solid models and released drawing packages including documentation of assembly.
Challenge the existing assumptions and design choices, bring your own design experience and influences to our systems.

All jobs restricted by these regulations will be contingent upon the applicant's status as a documented U.S. Person or their ability to receive a trade license from the cognizant government agency
in addition to any required company background checks and in compliance with applicable U.S. and California laws.
Today, Astra offers one of the lowest cost-per-launch dedicated orbital launch services, and one of the industry's leading flight-proven electric propulsion systems for satellites, the Astra Spacecraft Engine.

$140,000 - $180,000 per year Salary and Benefits We're competitive in compensation and offer equity as part of the package.
We provide lunch and there's plenty of snacks and drinks to get you through the day.

We have great benefits that include health, vision, dental, and 401K in comparison to other startups.

All jobs restricted by these regulations will be contingent upon the applicant's status as a documented U.S. Person or their ability to receive a trade license from the cognizant government agency; in addition to any req

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