Sr. TCA Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for rocket engine TCA hardware development.

• •Cowboy Space Corp. is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy.
• •We are seeking a Senior TCA Mechanical Design Engineer with deep expertise in manufacturing processes, tooling design, and specialized fabrication methodologies to support rocket engine injector, combustion chamber, and nozzle development.
• •Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end TCA hardware lifecycle from requirements through manufacturing to flight qualification.
• •Lead mechanical design optimized for manufacturability, applying physics-based analysis.
• •Implement advanced manufacturing techniques: additive manufacturing, precision CNC machining, EDM, and specialized joining.
• •Design tooling, fixtures, and work-holding solutions for rapid development and repeatable production.
• •Plan and execute hotfire test campaigns, analyze results, and lead rapid redesign efforts.
• •Requirements Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering.
• •Strong mechanical design proficiency with DFM/DFA emphasis.
• •Hands-on experience with CNC machining, welding/brazing, or additive manufacturing.