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# Senior Design Engineer

- **Company:** Karman Space & Defense
- **Location:** Mukilteo, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Computer Literacy, SolidWorks (CAD), Office Suite, Software Tools
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/15_9ada25e21

## About the Role

* Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or an equivalent field.
 * Typically 6 or more years of experience designing aerospace and/or defense systems.
 * Proven experience designing hardware that has successfully passed qualification testing.
 * Proficiency in mechanical design, engineering principles, and drawing conventions.
 * Proficient in SolidWorks and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
 * Knowledge of computer-aided design and engineering (CAD/CAE) tools relevant to mechanical systems.
 * Strong mathematical skills and understanding of material properties, strength, and stress formulas.
 * Ability to read drawings and technical diagrams and work from verbal and written instructions.
 * Strong computer skills and familiarity with common office applications and engineering tools.
 * Detailed knowledge of design-based military and commercial specifications.
 * Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and maintain a quality- and safety-focused approach.
 * Strong mechanical aptitude, creativity in solving technical problems, and ability to balance detailed work with broader program goals.
 * Excellent communication and customer-relationship skills.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or an equivalent advanced degree.
 * Registration or equivalent relevant professional credential.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

## Description

* Leads mechanical design activities across concept development, detailed design, validation, and delivery.
 * Conceptualizes, develops, and designs structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems that meet customer requirements and common industry standards.
 * Performs calculations, engineering analyses, and tolerance stack-ups to validate design intent and performance.
 * Verifies calculations and analysis work completed by other team members.
 * Leads design efforts for systems and subsystems, often across multiple simultaneous programs.
 * Supports proposal development, rapid concept design, and customer presentations through CAD models and visual content.
 * Generates bills of materials and complete drafting packages for assigned designs.
 * Supports prototyping, hardware assembly, development testing, and product qualification.
 * Mentors junior engineers and provides technical guidance across the engineering team.