Mechanical Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Mechanical Engineer (Aerospace): Designing and qualifying fluid delivery and pressurized gas systems for satellite hardware with an accent on end-to-end subsystem ownership. Focus on simulating flow regimes, developing ground testing infrastructure, and implementing flow control logic for spaceflight environments.

Location: On-site in Burlingame, CA. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or other protected individual

Salary: $150,000 – $175,000 + Equity

Company

hirify.global is a navigational intelligence company building the Pulsar satellite infrastructure to provide centimeter-level positioning certainty globally.

What you will do

• Design and simulate fluid delivery systems across high pressure to free molecular flow regimes.
• Select, specify, and qualify spaceflight components including valves, transducers, and regulators.
• Develop ground testing infrastructure and safety-critical containment hardware for high-pressure operations.
• Specify and implement flow control logic, valve sequencing, and fault protection.
• Develop automation software for system control and ground test operations.
• Manage CAD models, drawings, and BOMs while ensuring compliance with DOT certification standards.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience designing fluid or gas delivery systems in aerospace or semiconductor industries.
• Experience with pressurized system design, leak detection, and proof/burst testing.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks.
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card) required for export regulations.
• Ability to work onsite in Burlingame, CA.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with high vacuum systems and vacuum-compatible materials.
• Experience with Python or LabVIEW for fluid system automation.
• Knowledge of tubing standards and fittings (e.g., Swagelok, AN/MS).
• Experience with spacecraft integration and mechanical design for space environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including equity.
• Opportunity to own a subsystem end-to-end from architecture to flight qualification.
• Inclusive work environment committed to diversity.