Mechanical Engineer

World View Enterprises
World View Enterprises

Tucson, AZ, USA

Posted on Jul 14, 2026

130000 - 140000 USD a year

Mechanical Engineer

Tucson, AZ

Company Overview

At World View, we strive to be a responsible technology leader in the collection, analysis, and delivery of actionable information gathered by our strategically placed arrays of persistent sensors in the stratosphere.

We provide on-demand, scheduled, and historical aerial data and analytics from sensors deployed to the stratosphere with persistent coverage, higher resolution, and increased value over traditional aerial and space imagery sources.

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will work on the design of new and existing high-altitude balloons, stratocraft, launch equipment, and other subsystems.

Role Responsibilities

  • Work cross functionally with Engineering and Design teams to develop new and existing products
  • Reviews design specifications and project requirements
  • Evaluates performance issues through troubleshooting and failure investigation
  • Creates detailed design schematics through the use of design software
  • Field testing flight hardware with assistance from the operations team

Qualifications

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering
  • 4+ years of Mechanical Design Experience
  • Solid understanding of structural design and analysis using hand calcs and SolidWorks Simulation
  • Use of Design for Manufacture and Design for Assembly (DFM/DFA)
  • Strong understanding of GD&T
  • Working knowledge of ASME standards
  • Proficient in the use of Mechanical Design programs such as SolidWorks
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points

  • Experience working with Aerospace materials
  • Experience with high altitude balloon design
  • MS in Mechanical Engineering

What We Offer

  • Work alongside experts in emerging technology
  • Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Modern office with kitchen, exercise area, amazing views, and more!

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

World View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.