Mechanical Engineer
$150,000–$200,000 year
On-siteHuntsville, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Apply mechanical engineering principles throughout the lifecycle of aircraft modification, system integration, and aerospace projects supporting U.S. Army aviation programs. Develop, analyze, and document mechanical designs for aircraft systems, components, structures, and installations while performing engineering analyses for structural integrity, weight and balance, and system performance. Coordinate with electrical, systems, manufacturing, and government stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support design reviews and engineering change activities. Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and review analyses, drawings, and calculations from team members. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 3–7 years of relevant experience, and an Active Secret clearance. Up to 10% travel required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited college or university
- 3–7 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering, aerospace, military aviation, aircraft modification, or a related engineering discipline
- Demonstrated experience supporting mechanical design and engineering activities for aerospace, defense, or other complex systems
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, technical data, parts lists, and other engineering documentation
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling and mechanical design
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical writing, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and effectively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
- Up to 10% travel
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software
- Experience supporting aircraft modification, installation design, system integration, or sustainment activities
- Experience with rotary-wing aircraft, particularly military aircraft
- Familiarity with U.S. Army aviation standards, specifications, technical manuals, and engineering processes
- Familiarity with aircraft structural and mechanical systems, equipment mounting, brackets, enclosures, tubing, ducting, or other aircraft installations
- Experience supporting airworthiness, structural substantiation, qualification, verification, or validation activities
- Experience working with engineering change proposals, technical data packages, configuration-controlled documentation, or installation drawings
- Experience working in a government or defense contractor environment
- Experience working directly with government customers or military aviation program offices
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