Mechanical Design Engineer

About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee‑owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. CFD Research Corporation is seeking a CAD Design Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in the design, development and integration of complex systems for our customers. This position is a new role that will work on a growing team of engineers and technicians and will encompass conceptual design, prototyping, and testing in support technology development programs designed and prototyped at our new Hollywood, Alabama Engineering Test Center, located a short distance from our Headquarters in Huntsville, AL. To learn more about the Hollywood Engineering Test Center capabilities and state‑of‑the‑art equipment, please visit The ideal candidate will have experience working engineering tasks related to concept development, design, fabrication, and prototyping hardware. One challenge for this opening will be to help facilitate functionality between the engineering team and production/prototyping facility. Previous experience in an AS9100 environment is preferred. The candidate should be comfortable interacting with multiple stakeholders, including the government customer. This position will require a driven individual with a common‑sense approach to hardware engineering and a passion for building/making/testing technologies. Basic Qualifications Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or similar STEM discipline) and at least 5 years of relevant experience Experience designing and developing prototype hardware SolidWorks or other CAD experience Designing for manufacturing methods including milling and turning operations Desired Qualifications Familiarity with AS9100 process Generation of Technical Data Packages (TDP) Interpreting results from CFD and FEA analysis tools to inform design Experience with aerospace hardware Experience with CNC machinery Location This individual will work onsite in Hollywood, AL. Benefits CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our full‑time, permanent employee‑owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company‑paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long‑term and short‑term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part‑time and temporary employee‑owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance. CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. #J-18808-Ljbffr