Principal Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Team Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $152k - $185k

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, a trailblazer in space robotics, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a sustainable presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We areseekinga talented, experiencedPrincipal Mechanical Engineerto helpdefine the future of lunar surface mobility in a fast-paced startup environment. Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV), which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and direct the mechanical engineeringteam working on multiple concurrentprojects,from conception through completion,continuallyoptimizingresource allocations to meet programmaticobjectives, quality standards, anddeadlines
• Represent the mechanical discipline in executive-level reviews, strategic meetings, and organizational decisions, providing strategic input to senior leadership and executives on technical risks, opportunities, investments, and resource allocation from a mechanical engineering perspective
• Interface with executives tosetthe vision and direction for the mechanical engineering team,demonstrating understanding of Lunar Outposts priorities and philosophy
• Function as a top-level technical authority across multiple programs, guiding consistency and direction for mechanical engineering with company-wide impact
• Represent the company incustomer-facing reviews,industry technical committees, and technical conferences, influencing the broader aerospace community
• Present and maturemechanical engineering projectswithin aerospace review structures (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Set and enforce guidance on best practices and design philosophies within the mechanical engineering team, and champion continuous improvement
• Ensure all mechanical designscomply withapplicable industry standards and regulatory requirements; produce, review, and approve technical documentation
• Collaborate with leaders across disciplines to ensure the multi-faceted needs of all stakeholders are met
• Oversee rapid prototyping efforts tovalidateconcepts quickly and cost-effectively
• Develop and lead manufacturing plans for parts using a range of processes, including CNC milling, 3D printing, lathe work, sheet metal bending, and water-jetting / laser-cutting
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and guidance to less-experienced team members, fostering skills development, leadership growth, and a culture of excellence

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon Lunar Outpost receiving the LTVS Phase II contract from NASA. If the contract is not awarded to Lunar Outpost, this offer will be considered null and void, without further obligation to Lunar Outpost.

Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status). We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.