Director of Mechanical Engineering

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirector / VP of Mechanical EngineeringLocation: Boulder, COType: Full-time | OnsiteSeniority: Director or VPJoin a high-performance space team building next-gen spacecraft. We're looking for an experienced mechanical engineering leader who thrives in a fast-paced, decision-first environment.What You’ll DoLead the mechanical engineering team while staying hands-on in spacecraft and subsystem design.Architect flight hardware for LEO platforms, from structure and thermal to mass budgets and layouts.Own CAD and configuration management (SolidWorks ecosystem preferred).Collaborate cross-functionally with systems, I&T, and external manufacturers.Spearhead environmental testing campaigns (structural + thermal).Engage directly with commercial and government customers on proposals and reviews.What You’ll Bring10+ years of experience in spacecraft mechanical design & analysis.5+ years in a leadership role (Tech Lead, Manager, or Director).Proven flight heritage, hardware you designed is flying.Deep expertise in CAD, structural tools (ANSYS or equivalent), and industry standards (NASA GEVS, SMC-S-016).Bonus: experience with propulsion systems, Thermal Desktop/SINDA FLUINT, and SolidWorks PDM admin skills.This is a builder’s role, perfect for someone who loves taking ownership, scaling teams, and shipping flight-ready systems.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesStaffing and RecruitingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at EVONA by 2xGet notified about new Director of Mechanical Engineering jobs in Boulder, CO.Denver, CO $185,000.00-$220,000.00 3 weeks agoLongmont, CO $140,000.00-$190,000.00 1 week agoDenver, CO $225,000.00-$300,000.00 2 weeks agoBoulder, CO $65,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks agoLongmont, CO $145,000.00-$180,000.00 3 days agoDenver, CO $200,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector of Engineering - Capital Projects Industrial LaundryDirector, Plant Maintenance & EngineeringLouisville, CO $130,000.00-$155,000.00 4 days agoBoulder, CO $130,000.00-$210,000.00 1 week agoDirector, Data Science & AI/ML EngineeringBroomfield, CO $220,000.00-$230,000.00 4 days agoDenver, CO $225,000.00-$245,000.00 2 weeks agoDenver, CO $185,000.00-$220,000.00 3 weeks agoLakewood, CO $156,000.00-$234,000.00 3 weeks agoDirector, Applied Science and Data EngineeringDenver, CO $200,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks agoAssociate Director R&D Integrated SystemsLouisville, CO $154,400.00-$254,800.00 1 month agoDenver, CO $156,000.00-$234,000.00 2 weeks agoDirector of Electrical Engineering, Power DeliveryDenver Metropolitan Area $130,700.00-$189,500.00 2 days agoCivil Engineering Technical Director - Land DevelopmentDenver, CO $110,000.00-$140,000.00 3 weeks agoManager III - Mechanical Engineering and AutomationBoulder, CO $135,000.00-$150,000.00 3 days agoManager- Mechanical Engineering and AutomationBoulder, CO $135,000.00-$150,000.00 6 days agoSr. Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Mechanical Sub-AssembliesLongmont, CO $125,810.00-$229,670.00 2 weeks agoMold Design Engineering Manager - SIGNING BONUS OFFEREDDenver, CO $120,000.00-$160,000.00 1 month agoDenver County, CO $81,000.00-$98,000.00 5 days agoDenver, CO $100,000.00-$125,000.00 6 days agoMechanical Project Manager - Building DesignDenver, CO $100,000.00-$140,000.00 2 weeks agoRegional Maintenance & Engineering Project SupervisorDenver Metropolitan Area $86.31-$106.20 4 days agoDenver, CO $99,800.00-$124,700.00 6 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17