Job Description
As the Battery system mechanical lead, you will be responsible for all mechanical aspects of battery systems for X-BAT, the Launch and Recovery Vehicle, and ground equipment. This includes battery enclosure design, internal cell packaging and interconnection, qualification, integration, and release to manufacturing.
You will help us build a team of world-class engineers to support all design needs. A vertically integrated battery pack design will enable top performance, ease of integration, reliability, and rapid supply chain procurement. If you enjoy working cross-functionally and solving hard problems, please apply!
Responsibilities
What you'll do:
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Define and execute the battery system external enclosure, thermal management and environmental protection for X-BAT, the Launch and Recovery Vehicle, and all ground equipment
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Design, develop, and integrate internal component packaging and retention, harness and connector integration
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Tolerance, assembly, and serviceability analysis
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Ensure system performance and reliability is met through rigorous System-level shock, vibration, ingress, and thermal verification
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Root cause investigate complex problems related to the mechanical package, environmental, manufacturing, etc.
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Provide mentorship, design review, and program execution leadership
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Work in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
Required qualifications:
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You have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
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Battery design experience on large aircraft, or an equivalent power system (rocket, satellite, submarine, automotive, etc.)
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5+ years relevant experience
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Have delivered battery power systems to market
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Proficient with mechanical engineering development tools, simulation, and test equipment
About the job
- Posted on
- Feb 10, 2026
- Job type
- Full-time
- Location
- Seattle, WashingtonOn-site
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