Mechanical Design Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

A client in the defense industry is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced mechanical and electro-mechanical systems used in high-consequence defense and aerospace applications. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge hardware, including precision mechanisms and complex electromechanical assemblies, while collaborating within a multidisciplinary engineering team throughout the entire product development lifecycle. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who thrives in a fast-paced development environment, takes ownership of technical challenges, and is comfortable moving between conceptual design activities and laboratory-based hardware testing. This individual will be responsible for driving mechanical design efforts from concept through qualification, ensuring performance, reliability, manufacturability, and compliance with program requirements.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

*Bachelor's Degree

*6+ years of professional experience

*TS/SCI with CI Poly

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

*proficiency with CAD tools; Creo *familiarity with ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards *experience with materials testing, actuators, custom hear trains, electro-optical systems