Mechanical Engineer III

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer III provides mechanical engineering expertise in the early stages of design. They also coordinate project design and analyze complex construction problems. They will perform a variety of complex duties in support of the development and manufacturing of space mechanisms, actuators, motors, twist caps, and motor controllers operating in a space environment.

Responsibilities

• • Develop comprehensive mechanical designs
• • Provide technical support to project teams as required from initial design to production
• • Mentor ME I and ME II employees by providing training on job functions and reviewing work
• • Develop mechanical designs for new products, fabrication fixturing, and test fixturing
• • Create and review engineering documentation packages
• • Provide inputs to engineering design reviews including calculations, analyses, drawings, etc. to show compliance with specifications and project objectives and standards
• • Interact with customers and vendors as necessary based on project scope; makes presentations to communicate engineering findings
• • Perform advanced analyses (thermal, structural, and tolerance) with minimal guidance of advanced engineers

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a related field. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a Master's Degree.

• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance

• Experience in the design of electronic or electromechanical products

• Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) or Related Field of Study

• Applicable experience in lieu of a Degree may be considered.

About Us

About Frontgrade


At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world's most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.


Why Work for Us


We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You'll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you're building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.


Additional Information


This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.


Other benefits include:

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave