Robotics Engineer
Position Type: Full-Time Salary
Location:
Annual Salary: $72,800 to $104,000 depending on experience level
Healthcare: Employer-covered healthcare premium coverage for employee+family (approx. $12,000 annual value)
Weekly Hours: 40 hours
Supervisor: Head of Engineering
Timeline: Interviews will be held in April and May 2026. Position will be filled in June 2026.
About KMI Space
KMI Space is an in-orbit solutions company that is enabling the future by rendezvous, retrieval, and relocation of uncooperative objects in orbit. This lean team is headquartered in Marquette, Michigan, and is expanding our team strategically across departments. The work culture at KMI is built on passion for the mission of keeping space clear for all, reasoning based on first principles, continuous learning, mutual trust in professional expertise, and results-oriented work scheduling.
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of space-bound hardware prototypes and products developed within the company.
As our Mechanical Engineer, you will:
Lead the design, prototyping, fabrication/manufacturing, and validation of mechanical components and assemblies across one or more spacecraft projects.
Prepare and support hardware for launch and operation primarily in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
Lead hardware development from concept through flight readiness, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability within timeline, scope, and budgetary considerations.
Conduct FEA or similar analysis using ANSYS or similar software.
Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, software, and systems engineers to integrate mechanical designs with complex, multidisciplinary systems.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical direction, design reviews, and process improvements where needed.
Prototype hardware with in-house manufacturing equipment, such as CNC mills/lathes and 3D printers.
Draft technical documentation and reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
Provide support with drafting government and commercial proposal documents.
Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Ability to legally work in the United States and the state of Michigan.
Ability to legally work on ITAR/EAR restricted technologies within the United States.
Available to relocate to Marquette, Michigan within 3 months of starting employment.
Available for regular, full-time employment Monday through Friday.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar.
5+ years of experience in industry preferred
Structure
Reports to the Head of Engineering.
Works closely with the Engineering Department and relevant team members to XXX.
Works closely with XXX.
Benefits
Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, mental health, emergency transport, and more. Monthly premiums are fully covered by KMI.
Flexible work scheduling: Variable start and end times, intermittent availability to work remotely.
Paid Time Off: 12 days of personal time, 6 personal choice holidays, and 6 designated company holidays, for a total of 24 PTO days plus unlimited sick time as needed.
Aggressive Growth: Salary and PTO allotments grow rapidly in successive years of employment, with opportunities for role specialization and/or management with experience.
Profit Sharing & Employee Stock Incentive Plans: The success of the company directly results in further rewards for all employees.
Interested? We’d love to hear from you!
