Posted: 06/24/2026 Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Number: 32008 Job Location: Onsite Industry: AERO - Aerospace

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer (Solar Arrays)

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Principal Mechanical Engineer (Solar Arrays) with our client located in Broomfield, CO.

Job Description:

The Principal Mechanical Engineer role focuses on applying advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts to engineering projects, as well as contributing to the development of new principles and concepts.
The position involves leading projects or significant aspects of a program, developing and implementing innovative solutions, and working under consultative direction toward long-range goals and objectives.
Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, analyzing and interpreting data, preparing detailed technical documentation, and mentoring junior engineers.
This role is critical in driving innovation, ensuring successful project execution, and supporting the overall mission of the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead design and analysis efforts for multiple programs and complex design activities, including serving as a Responsible Engineer (RE)
Manage all aspects of system and component design, development, and integration, including trade studies, layouts, architecture definition, system testing and verification, and troubleshooting
Apply advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts to contribute to engineering projects
Utilize data analysis and interpretation skills to evaluate test and simulation data, inform design decisions, and identify areas for improvement
Interact with senior personnel across the organization on significant technical matters
Prepare detailed technical documentation and reports to communicate findings and support project objectives
Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects
Work under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives
Contribute to the development of new principles and concepts, driving innovation within the organization
Develop and implement innovative solutions and rigorous analyses to address complex technical challenges
Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on their technical and professional development
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine system designs, ensuring they meet performance and safety requirements

Job Qualifications:

Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +10 yrs experience).
Typically 12+ years of related experience.
Demonstrated expertise in Mechanical Engineering technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
Ability to provide solutions to unusually complex technical problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
Ability to work under consultative direction towards predetermined long-range goals and objectives.

Nice To Haves:

Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in deployable space structures design and analysis
Demonstrated expertise in system-level architecture development for spacecraft subsystems
Experience with structural performance modeling of deployable mechanisms
Experience leading trade studies and architecture selection processes
Proven ability to manage complex technical projects from concept to prototype
Knowledge of environmental testing protocols for space hardware development and qualification
Experience with spacecraft Electrical Power Systems (EPS) and solar array technologies, including power generation, distribution, and management systems
Proven track record in high-volume manufacturing environments with demonstrated ability to implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to spacecraft systems

Job Details:

Job Type: Direct Hire.
Pay Range: $167,096 - $229,757.
Location: Broomfield, CO (Onsite).

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

Meet Your Recruiter

Jessica Dunkinson

I began working for Protingent in 2019. Our openings can really fluctuate with the needs of the market, and I especially enjoy working in niche and unique roles. My recruiting style is transparent and to the point and I strive to be as helpful as possible without wasting anyone’s time. I strive to help candidates achieve a fulfilling role, no matter their parameters, and my philosophy is “don’t make excuses, make improvements”. I love recruiting because every day is different; I get the opportunity to speak with a large variety of people while learning the tech industry. My favorite part of the job is being able to make a difference in an individual’s life and helping companies that are making a difference in the world.

I look forward to hearing from you. Jessica

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