Space Mechanisms Engineer - Separation System

10 years

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About Catalyx Space:

We’re building AWS for space—providing in-space experiments and tech demos across LEO, deep space, and lunar orbit. Our offerings include unmanned labs, testbeds for rideshare and dedicated missions, and re-entry capsules for payload return. We simplify access with end-to-end solutions, no minimum mass limits, zero integration fees, and fast deployment (≤6 months), serving biopharma, semiconductors, materials science, defense, and more.


Role:

flight-proven spacecraft separation devices


Responsibilities:

  • Own design, architecture, and qualification of spacecraft separation systems.
  • Lead development of separation mechanisms for spacecraft/platforms
  • Support dynamic modelling and modal response simulations.
  • Plan and execute qualification testing: vibration, shock, and TVAC.
  • Collaborate with systems/structures teams for seamless integration.
  • Deliver flight-qualified hardware and complete documentation (drawings, analyses, procedures, reports).
  • Drive procurement and vendor coordination for parts and services.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering (or related).
  • 5–10 years

    in spacecraft mechanisms, including

    ≥3 years

    specifically on separation systems.
  • Hands-on experience with

    flight-proven

    separation hardware.
  • Strong

    GD&T (ASME Y14.5), DFM, and DfAM

    skills; tolerance stack-up analysis.
  • Experience with SolidWorks (layouts/linkages) or equivalent mechanism design tools.
  • Modelling of complex joints; vibration analysis and test for mechanisms.
  • Experience preparing

    CMM probing

    area descriptions for inspection.
  • Knowledge of coatings/plating/surface treatments for mechanism hardware.
  • Proficiency with

    ANSYS

    (or similar CAE) for structural, modal, and thermal analyses.
  • Experience running qualification campaigns (shock, vibration, TVAC).
  • Proven supplier/procurement coordination and schedule ownership.


Preferred:

  • Prior spacecraft separation system work and

    flight heritage

    hardware delivery.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Comfort with occasional extended hours/weekends during critical test/launch windows.


Compensation & benefits:

  • Competitive salary (details will be shared with shortlisted candidates), 
  • health insurance
  • Provident fund.



How to apply:

Apply via Zoho Recruit: https://catalyxspace.zohorecruit.in/jobs/Careers/193193000000342381/Space-Mechanisms-Engineer---Separation-System?source=CareerSite


@catalyx.space


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