Technical Designer III - New Glenn Stage 2 (Aerospace)

Location: Greater Seattle Area; relocation is negotiable. Travel up to 10% may be required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, U.S. permanent residents, refugees, or individuals granted asylum.

Salary: $39.34–$55.07 per hour for Washington applicants; other site ranges may differ.

Company

hirify.global develops reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems, including the New Glenn heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle.

What you will do

• Create and maintain 3D models, drawings, and CAD assemblies for Upper Stage structural, mechanical, and propulsion components.
• Develop engineering drawings and GD&T callouts according to ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Support design iterations, trade studies, and preliminary and critical design reviews.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, tooling, and quality teams to ensure designs are producible and meet program requirements.
• Maintain engineering documentation, bills of materials, and configuration control in PLM systems such as Teamcenter.

Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, drafting/design, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of technical design or drafting experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software, preferably PTC Creo.
• Experience applying GD&T principles according to ASME Y14.5 and familiarity with PLM/PDM systems.
• Must meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements.

Nice to have

• Experience designing launch vehicle, spacecraft, or high-performance aerospace components.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes, including metals, composites, and surface treatments.
• Familiarity with model-based definition and paperless manufacturing workflows.
• Experience with structural or propulsion systems, including pressure vessels, fluid lines, or mechanisms.

Culture & Benefits

• Safety, collaboration, inclusion, and iterative problem-solving are emphasized.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with company matching of up to 5%.
• Education Support Program, stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week, paid time off, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Hiring process

• Interviews include a technical assessment.
• A standard background check is required for all positions.