A diploma, a GED or an associate's is the least the posting asks
Mechanical and Structures Space Jobs Without a Degree
22 no-degree mechanical, structures and thermal engineering jobs in space are open today, in 8 states. Read every night from the employers' own job boards, each with its full posting and the pay it states.
Median posted pay $36.76/hr (8 jobs that state an hourly rate)Updated 7 Nov 2026, 11:17 UTC
Newest no-degree mechanical, structures and thermal engineering jobs in space
The newest 22 of 22, newest first; each state's page below lists every one in that state.
- MK1 Technical Designer Senior“Passion for our mission and vision is required! ## Responsibilities include but are not limited to - Preparing design layouts, creating detail part and assembly drawings/MBDs, and releasing data sets using CAD and ...”$43.23–$60.52/hr
- Senior Technical Designer - New Glenn“Passion for our mission and vision is required! ## Minimum Qualifications - Minimum of an A.S. degree, or equivalent years of experience - 7+ years of recent experience designing/drafting aerospace, automotive or ...”$47.01–$65.81/hr
- Engineering Designer – Level 3/4“OR a Master's degree with 3 years of related engineering design experience, or a PhD with 1 years of related engineering design experience, or High School diploma or equivalent and 9 years additional education and/or ...”$89,400–$134,200/yr
- Lead Mechanic, GSE“Relocation assistance available. </span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Current Work Schedule ...”$72,134–$105,019/yr
- Composite Engineering Internship - Summer 2027“Interns may perform and/or participate in additional activities/events which help them build a strong network within the ULA community and with fellow interns! ## Required Education - At minimum completed Sophomore year ...”
- Engineering Design Rep 2“This position is resident to the Denver metro area and travel will be minimal, if any. ## Required Education High School/GED ## Required Years of Experience Minimum of 2 years of related work experience ## Basic ...”$67,648–$112,746/yr
- Material and Process Engineering Internship Summer 2027“Responsibilities for this role may include, but are not limited to: - Supporting materials selection, characterization, and qualification of metallic, polymer, composite, and additively manufactured components - ...”$23.10–$37.95/hr
- Mechanical Engineering Internship - Summer 2027“Interns may perform and/or participate in additional activities/events which help them build a strong network within the ULA community and with fellow interns! ## Required Education - At minimum completed Sophomore year ...”$23.10–$37.95/hr
- Mechanical Designer II – Lunar Permanence“You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth. ## Responsibilities - Prepare/evolve design ...”$34.39–$48.14/hr
- Mechanical Designer“Experience - Associate degree or bachelor's degree in design , or related field, with 5-10 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience - Preferred experience in life support engineering ...”
- Drafter CAD Sr - New Glenn“Passion for our mission and vision is required! ## Minimum Qualifications - Minimum of an A.S. degree, or equivalent years of experience - 7+ years of recent experience designing/drafting aerospace, automotive or ...”
- Senior Design Engineer I“Space Development Agency's Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture with three-dimensional computer-aided designs. ## WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO - Produce mechanical designs & drawings for a wide variety of hardware and ...”
- Antenna MGSE Designer“Schedule control as applicable for MGSE.</span></p></li><li><p></p></li></ul><p><b>Requirements for the ...”
- MK1 Technical Designer III“You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth. ## Responsibilities include but are not limited ...”$36.06–$50.48/hr
- CAD Drafter - II“Coordinates design criteria with engineering, manufacturing, tooling, material, and planning group such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials, and contractual specifications. ## Basic Qualifications - High ...”$48,200–$89,400/yr
- Engineering Aide Sr-Entry Level Hourly“May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis. ## Basic Qualifications - Associates degree in a STEM related field or related technical training or related experience.”$54,200–$100,600/yr
- Technical Specialist III - Avionics Packaging“Passion for our mission and vision is required! ## Special Mentions - Relocation provided - Travel may be required up to 5% of the time - Interviews will include a technical assessment ## Responsibilities include but are ...”$95,358–$133,501/yr
- Design“Support integration and testing of flight equipment and assembly procedure ## Essential Functions - Model and drawing support in Creo 8 or higher - Knowledge of Windchill PDM - Autocad or similar 2D software ## ...”
- Materials Characterization Technician II, Mechanical“With ownership across products, systems, and disciplines, engineers gain broad exposure and drive key decisions across design, manufacturing, and operations. ## About the Role - Perform tensile, compression, hardness, ...”$25.80–$38.70/hr
- Engineering Aide - N1“Must be a US Citizen - High School diploma or equivalent. - 0-1 years of related technical or engineering support experience. - Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. - ...”$41,900–$77,700/yr
- Principal/Tool Designer - Level 2 or 3“Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures. ## Job Description Candidate will be ...”$81,000–$99,100/yr
- Mechanical Drafting Technician - Space Technologies“Experience) - Associate's degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting/Design Technology, or related field; equivalent experience considered - 1 -3 years of experience preparing mechanical and/or electro-mechanical design ...”$21–$32/hr
Selected agencies hiring now
Chipton-RossEngineering and technical staffing agency
Aerospace and defense engineering staffing firm with offices in El Segundo, Long Beach and Playa Del Rey, California, Charleston, Pascagoula and Newport News, placing engineers, designers and technicians on contract and direct hire.
Places: Mechanical, Avionics, Systems & Test, Technicians
Moseley Technical ServicesEngineering and technical staffing agency
Engineering and technical staffing firm in Huntsville, Alabama, placing engineers and A&P, sheet metal, CNC and quality technicians.
Places: Propulsion, Mechanical, Avionics, RF & Payloads
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Frequently asked questions
How many no-degree mechanical, structures and thermal engineering jobs in space are open?
22 today, at 11 employers in 8 states, the most in Alabama (3), Arizona (2), Colorado (2). This page lists the newest 22; each state's page lists the state's own.
How much do no-degree mechanical, structures and thermal engineering jobs in space pay?
8 of them state an hourly rate, with a median of $36.76 an hour (the middle of each posted range). Technician and trade roles are often paid by the hour, with overtime on top.
What do these mechanical, structures and thermal engineering jobs in space ask for instead of a degree?
Usually hands-on experience, a trade or military background, or a certification the posting names; the line quoted under each title shows the education it accepts.
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