Mechanical Engineer III

This role is for a hands‑on mechanical engineer that wants to work on emerging technologies utilized in some of the most critical and demanding missions in the aerospace and defense industry. As Mechanical Liaison Engineer at SNC, you will play a key role in the production, testing and continuous improvement of systems and payloads installed on a variety of specialized aircraft. As the primary technical liaison, you will work directly with various airframe structural modifications in a production environment, collaborating closely with Program Managers, Design Engineers, Quality Engineers, Test Engineers and the structures technicians that build our designs. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end‑to‑end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. Responsibilities Troubleshoot discrepancies and non-conformances in mechanical designs to ensure our fast‑paced aircraft modification production lines can continue without disruption Interpret mechanical engineering drawings and technical specifications, and advise technicians and quality inspectors on design requirements Incorporate drawing changes and product improvement updates using CAD tools such as SolidWorks or CATIA Generate engineering dispositions for non-conforming conditions that occur during on‑aircraft assembly and testing, ensuring solutions adhere to stringent quality and airworthiness requirements as well as company design and production standards Participate in design reviews and advise remote design engineering teams on requirements and limitations specific to assembly and fabrication in the production environment Qualifications You Must Have Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. 6+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or a related role. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Experience creating and interpreting engineering drawings for complex parts and large assemblies Proficient in mechanical design principles and computer-aided design (CAD) software Ability to work on‑site in an aircraft production environment Ability to function independently and communicate effectively with team members located remotely at different work sites Qualifications We Prefer Background in the aerospace, aviation, or defense industry Experience working with aerospace and aviation industry‑standard structural design principles and fabrication practices Experience with manufacturing, production, and product support to include disposition of engineering discrepancies and non-conformances Experience applying and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 Knowledge of industry‑standard mechanical design principles, including parametric design, model‑based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes Knowledge of environmental requirements for components utilized in aircraft or space applications Experience with FAA, NASA, and/or DoD design and airworthiness standards for aircraft structural components Experience interpreting and applying industry standards such as MIL-STD/MIL-SPEC, NAS, SAE, etc. Essential Functions Ability to work on a computer for extended periods. Occasional travel may be required. Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. Applying systematic and logical problem‑solving techniques to develop mechanical designs Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management Ability to understand technical documents, designs and test reports. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr