Sr. CAD Designer

Astrolab is The Lunar Operations Company. We design and build the systems and hardware the lunar economy will come to depend on — rovers, power, and data networks for sustained operations on the Moon. We are focused on the problems that must be solved before the next chapter of human exploration can scale. The Moon does not forgive untested assumptions. The people who work here know that, and they wouldn't have it any other way. As a Sr. CAD Designer at Astrolab, you will be responsible for creating and developing detailed engineering drawings that bring our lunar rover from concept to reality. You will work collaboratively with our engineering design team to understand the mechanical needs of the rover and leverage your experience to contribute to the evolution of the design. This role requires a deep understanding of GD&T and proficiency in Siemens NX for creating detailed engineering drawings and CAD models. Create and revise 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using Siemens NX, applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Develop design specifications with engineering teams to meet project requirements Gather and document design requirements from vehicle engineering, test, and integration teams Coordinate and document updates to part designs and engineering drawings to support production changes and design revisions Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve design issues and improve manufacturability Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) related field 5+ years of mechanical design experience in the aerospace or automotive industry Experience using Siemens NX to create CAD models and detailed engineering drawings Experience applying GD&T to engineering drawings Experience designing machined components and sheet metal parts Preferred Qualifications Experience using Teamcenter or a comparable Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system to manage engineering models, drawings, and revisions Experience working with manufacturing teams to address production requirements and incorporate design changes Experience translating requirements from multiple engineering teams into design specifications Experience coordinating engineering changes through design, manufacturing, test, or integration Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration Equity ownership in the company Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support 401(k) plan with company match Flexible PTO and parental leave Home office set up reimbursement Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks