Mechanical Engineer II

Mechanical Engineer II/III

Location: Huntsville, AL
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Employment Type: 6-Month Contract with Potential for Full-Time Conversion
Schedule: Standard business hours, approximately 8:00 AM-4:00 PM with some flexibility
Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a Secret security clearance
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Experience: 2-8+ years

Position Summary

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer II/III to join an engineering team in Huntsville, AL supporting the design, development, and production of complex defense-related hardware systems. This is a hands-on engineering position where you will use SolidWorks CAD and PLM software to transform engineering concepts into detailed designs and production-ready hardware.

You will work closely with production, integration, and testing teams throughout the hardware development lifecycle. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical design experience, is comfortable producing fully detailed engineering drawings, and can independently drive assigned engineering tasks through completion.

Please note: This position supports the development of offensive weapons systems . Candidates must be comfortable working within this type of defense program.

Key Responsibilities

• Design mechanical and structural components using SolidWorks CAD
• Create detailed parts, assemblies, and fully defined 2D engineering drawings
• Develop drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5
• Produce technical data packages in accordance with MIL-STD-31000
• Perform engineering trade studies and research commercial off-the-shelf ( COTS ) components
• Select appropriate components, materials, and fasteners for mechanical designs
• Apply knowledge of MIL-SPEC fasteners and materials
• Support weldment design and structural design activities
• Utilize Product Lifecycle Management ( PLM ) systems as part of the engineering workflow
• Collaborate directly with production teams to turn engineering designs into physical hardware
• Assist with hardware integration and installation as required
• Partner with testing teams to support system-level testing and validation
• Independently manage assigned engineering tasks and proactively communicate progress, risks, and issues

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Approximately 2-8+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience
• Strong hands-on experience with SolidWorks
• Experience creating parts and assemblies within a CAD environment
• Experience producing fully detailed 2D engineering drawings
• Knowledge of mechanical design and manufacturing principles
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, production, integration, and testing teams
• Ability to independently drive assigned tasks through completion
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
• Ability to work 100% onsite in Huntsville, Alabama
• Must be willing to support work involving offensive weapons systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working within the defense or aerospace industry
• Experience developing technical data packages to MIL-STD-31000
• Working knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5 / GD&T
• Experience with MIL-SPEC materials and fasteners
• Experience with mechanical weldment design
• Experience performing engineering trade studies and COTS component selection
• Experience working with PLM software
• Previous experience working on military or defense-related hardware
• Current or previous Secret security clearance

Work Environment

This position is 100% onsite in Huntsville, AL . Remote or telework arrangements are not available. Candidates do not need to currently hold an active Secret clearance but must be eligible to obtain one. Qualified candidates may begin work while the clearance process is underway.Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.