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Overview

The Mechanical Engineer role involves performing mechanical analysis, CAD design, and testing for missile system products, utilizing Siemens NX and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in aerospace and defense applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical analysis, mechanical CAD design, and mechanical testing of complex materials and systems for missile products.
• Use Siemens NX and other engineering software tools to create and refine mechanical designs.
• Adapt or improve heritage features from previous designs to ensure reliability and performance.
• Execute design, development, analysis, and test activities for assigned projects.
• Develop test programs to evaluate system elements, including materials and structural components.
• Manage test activities and fabrication, including planning and documentation of results.
• Prepare clear reports and technical documentation capturing design decisions and test outcomes.
• Communicate project status and design updates through reports and presentations.
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure precise designs in accordance with ASME standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on missile, launch vehicle, and related systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 4-10 years of aerospace design experience, preferably with missile or defense systems.
• Hands-on experience with GD&T and its application on complex mechanical designs.
• Proficiency with Siemens NX for mechanical CAD design.
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles per ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Ability to develop and execute mechanical test programs.
• Experience managing test activities and overseeing test article fabrication.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to various audiences.
• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Additional Information

• The role is based in an office and engineering lab environment.
• The position follows a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
• The dress code is business casual.
• Competitive benefits are offered upon conversion to a full-time role.