Engineer II (Mechanical)

Engineer II (Mechanical)

​​​​​​​ Location:
Phoenix, Arizona

Work Model:
Onsite

Employment Type:
Full-time, Salaried Exempt

Compensation:
Estimated market range: $90,000 – $120,000 annually (depending on experience)

Reports To:
Engineering Manager / Director

Overview

An aerospace and defense manufacturing organization is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to support the design, development, and testing of aerospace restraint systems, assemblies, components, and related test equipment.

This role combines hands-on engineering support with customer-facing technical coordination and product development responsibilities. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical design experience, familiarity with aerospace hardware environments, and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer teams.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Design & Product Development

• Create new mechanical designs and modify existing aerospace products based on engineering and customer requirements.
• Develop:
  • Technical drawings
  • Assembly documentation
  • BOMs
  • Engineering change orders
  • Technical reports
• Support packaging design and integration of aerospace hardware systems.
• Apply ANSI Y14.5 drafting standards and GD&T principles.

Engineering Support & Manufacturing Collaboration

• Provide hands-on engineering support for:
  • Prototype fabrication
  • Assembly
  • Testing
  • Production hardware
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, assembly, quality, and performance issues.
• Coordinate with suppliers, sales teams, and internal departments to ensure compliance with specifications and customer expectations.

Technical Coordination

• Serve as a technical point of contact for domestic and international customers.
• Support proposal development, cost estimation, scheduling, and preliminary design concepts.
• Review issues related to product function, integrity, safety, and technical quality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
• Minimum 3+ years of related engineering experience .
• Proficiency with:
  • SolidWorks
  • AutoCAD
  • ANSI Y14.5 drafting standards
• Familiarity with:
  • Sheet metal components
  • Injection molded parts
  • Machined components
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of:
  • Aerospace systems
  • FAA requirements
  • Aerospace manufacturing environments
• Experience with:
  • Structural analysis
  • Product packaging design
  • Technical documentation
• Project management experience is a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must meet applicable U.S. export control requirements.
• Some domestic and international travel may be required.
• Position may regularly require work beyond 40 hours per week.

Work Environment

• Combination of office and manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment, fabrication processes, and production operations.
• Hands-on engineering interaction with prototypes and production hardware.

Benefits

• Competitive aerospace industry compensation package.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunity to work on aerospace safety and restraint technologies supporting commercial and defense applications.