Mechanical Engineer II (Space Systems)

Location: Onsite at hirify.global's site in Silver Spring, Maryland, United States. Occasional travel to meet customers may be required.

Total compensation: $116,000–$122,000 USD annually; base salary: $87,000–$109,000 USD annually.

Company

hirify.global is an end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems, including separation systems and other components for commercial, scientific, and national security missions.

What you will do

• Assemble and produce mechanical space systems hands-on.
• Design, prototype, produce, test, and improve electro-mechanical space systems, particularly separation systems.
• Analyze mechanical systems using classical and computer-based methods.
• Identify and implement quality, manufacturing, and process improvements.
• Consult with machinists and vendors to ensure proper component manufacture and inspect machined parts.
• Travel occasionally to meet customers regarding products.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, robotics, or systems engineering.
• 2+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
• Understanding of electrical circuitry.
• Ability to comply with federally mandated U.S. export control laws and applicable ITAR requirements; for U.S. office roles, candidates must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylees, or eligible to obtain required authorizations.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, robotics, or systems engineering.
• Mechanical aptitude, basic equipment troubleshooting, passion for mechanisms and structures, and a strong analytical mindset.
• Self-motivation, effective verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to collaborate with other engineers.
• Experience with CNC, turning, wire EDM, and 3D printing.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on innovation, teamwork, tight deadlines, and hands-on work.
• Company stock, employee stock purchase program with a 15% discount, and equity as part of total compensation.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Three weeks of paid vacation, seven sick days, 11 paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Flexible schedule, catered breakfast and lunch twice weekly, and free snacks and drinks.
• Production work may involve prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and computer work, with occasional moderate noise, dust, and fumes.