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Associate Mechanical Engineer

Redwire logoRedwire~$155k–$186k/yrtypicalAlbuquerque, New Mexico, United StatesFull-timePosted 1d ago

This posting asks for U.S. citizenship.

About the role

Redwire is accelerating humanity’s expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical, and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.

Redwire (via our subsidiary LoadPath, LLC), is accelerating humanity's expansion into space through specializing in the development and delivery of aerospace structures, mechanisms, and thermal control solutions. The business unit performs design, analysis, testing, and fabrication to advanced technologies through the complete concept-to-flight development cycle.

Responsibilities

The Associate Mechanical Engineerwill be responsible for the design and analysis of spacecraft mechanical systems and components. This includes working with engineers and technicians to ensure that all components are properly fabricated and tested to meet project requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Design and analysis of spacecraft components
  • Conduct testing and analysis to ensure product performance and reliability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring projects from concept to completion
  • Provide technical support and guidance throughout the product development process
  • Provide configuration management support

Ideal Experience

  • 0 - 2 years of experience as a mechanical engineer
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
  • Some limited travel may be required

Desired Skills

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and practices
  • Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here

This position may require access to information, materials, or technology subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). To comply with these regulations, applicants may be asked to provide documentation to verify their status as a "U.S. person" as defined under the ITAR and EAR, or their eligibility to obtain any required U.S. Government export authorization. Redwire complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act, and does not discriminate on the basis of citizenship status or national origin except as required by law.

Copied from the listing Redwire published, verified 31 Oct 2026.

About Redwire

Redwire's US space infrastructure business: solar arrays, spacecraft structures and systems, with roles in Littleton, Colorado, Goleta, California and Chantilly, Virginia.

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