Job Title: Tooling Engineer
Location: Kent Washington
Job Type: Full Time, Contract
Expected hours per week: 40
Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri Onsite
Pay: $102-109/hr
Job Description:
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Engineer – GSE & Tooling III to support the design, development, and implementation of Ground Support Equipment (GSE), tooling, fixtures, and test hardware used in the assembly and testing of advanced spaceflight systems. This role is ideal for a hands-on mechanical design engineer who thrives in highly technical environments and enjoys collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to create safe, reliable, and innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, create, and modify 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for test equipment, tooling, fixtures, GSE, and facility support hardware.
- Develop assembly models, installation drawings, test configurations, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and associated documentation.
- Create Interface Control Models (ICMs) and Interface Control Drawings (ICDs).
- Design and break down complex structural concepts into components, weldments, joints, and assemblies.
- Apply company and industry drafting standards, GD&T requirements, and engineering drawing best practices.
- Conduct design reviews and drawing checks to ensure quality and compliance.
- Support test engineers with fixture design, test planning, and load path analysis related to test setups.
- Provide technical oversight and recommendations to fabrication vendors and suppliers.
- Lead tooling and GSE development activities for assigned test campaigns.
- Track project schedules, technical progress, and deliverables while coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience designing tooling, fixtures, GSE, test equipment, or structural assemblies.
- Proficiency with Creo Parametric (Pro/E) and Windchill or equivalent CAD/PDM systems.
- Experience creating detailed mechanical drawings, assemblies, and installation packages.
- Strong understanding of:
- Mechanical design and integration
- Weldments and mechanical joints
- GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
- Tolerance stack-up analysis
- Engineering release and configuration management processes
- Experience managing large and complex CAD assemblies.
- Ability to lead projects and coordinate engineering activities across multiple teams.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Aerospace, spacecraft, launch vehicle, aircraft, or automotive industry experience.
- Experience supporting test campaigns and test fixture development.
- Background in large-scale GSE assembly and integration.
- Experience supporting fabrication and manufacturing activities.
- Knowledge of fluid systems or cryogenic tooling design.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% during major test campaigns.
What You’ll Bring
- Strong mechanical design expertise.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced engineering environment.
- Collaborative mindset with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to contribute directly to the development and testing of next-generation spaceflight hardware. You’ll work alongside talented engineers and technical specialists while designing the critical equipment that makes safe and successful space missions possible.
Benefits: 80 hours paid time off, and medical insurance contributions, dental vision and our 401k retirement savings plan
#LI-JZ1