Come join us in shaping the future! Get in on the ground floor as an early member of our Mechanical team as a Mechanical Engineer - Tooling developing a revolutionary satellite communications system. Connect the vision to the hardware, build it, test it and fly it.

AscendArc is a seed stage startup founded to revolutionize the satellite communications industry. We are looking for doers who want to work in a ground-breaking and fast-paced environment. Our success will depend on your energy, skill, and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, and implementation of manufacturing of the spacecraft as a product and throughout its life cycle by implementation of tools for structural composites and piece part/assembly fixtures.
• Design transport and shipping hardware, including custom crates, vibration-isolated frames, and interface fixtures and ground support equipment for sensitive flight components.
• Support manufacturability and integration reviews by proposing tooling strategies that reduce risk, time, and cost.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience designing tooling for composite structures, precision assemblies, or aerospace hardware
• Proficient in CAD tools (e.g., NX, SolidWorks) with experience designing fixtures for manufacturing, integration, or transport
• Strong understanding of design-for-manufacturability (DFM) principles and production workflows
• Demonstrated ability to develop hardware solutions that reduce cost, risk, and integration time in a fast-paced environment

Who We’re Looking For

We’re searching for exceptional talent at any career stage — from early-career engineers to senior and staff-level experts. Compensation will be adjusted accordingly. More than years of experience, we value high-caliber individuals with the drive and creativity to help launch Oregon’s first commercial communications satellite.

We’re looking for people who:

• Thrive in a cradle-to-grave design environment and take ownership from concept through launch.
• Bring energy, curiosity, and a responsible engineering mindset.
• Want to work alongside other exceptional people in an environment where great ideas rise to the top.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000-190,000/year. When determining an individual’s compensation, we consider several factors including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data, so pay for this role may vary from the amounts listed.

AscendArc is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor or legally protected status.