Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical EngineerToyon Research Corporation is an industry leader in the areas of complex space and missile systems analysis, aerothermodynamics, payload design and development, and ground and flight testing. Our Aerospace Systems Group provides innovative technical solutions to support aerospace programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and their agencies. We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead development of novel electro-mechanical space systems, applying appropriate design methodologies to arrive at mature deliverable hardware.Responsibilities:Generate designs of mechanical systems for space applications from scratch and develop that technology through test and deliveryProvide input to Program Management to define project objectives, timelines, and deliverablesPerform initial design trades such as material, adhesive, and fastener selection.Author drawings, assembly documentation, and test plansWork in a multidisciplinary team environment involving diverse disciplines (e.g. aerothermal and thermostructural analyses, RF and IR signature effects of materials and configurations, etc.)Mentor and collaborate with the rest of the engineering teamRequirementsBachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering8 or more years of experience designing mechanisms and structures encountering challenging vibration, shock, and temperature environmentsExperience performing initial design trades such as material, adhesive, and fastener selectionExpertise in AMSE y14.5 and other relevant ASME standardsFamiliarity with ISO 9001/AS9100/MIL specifications as they apply to aerospace structuresExperience using parametric CAD software to create models of assemblies, parts and drawings.Experience with SolidWorks and / or Creo skills is preferred, with the ability to quickly achieve proficiency in both CAD packagesExperience mentoring and providing work leadership to associate mechanical engineers is desirableWe offer an exceptional employee benefits package!Competitive industry pay100% employer-paid medical insurance premiumHSA with employer contributionsDental and vision coverage optionsPaid holidaysPaid vacation and sick leaveCompany funded 401(k) and profit sharing plansEmployee stock ownership plan (ESOP)Life and disability insurancePaid parental leaveDiscretionary bonus eligibilityThe annual pay range for the Senior Mechanical Engineer position is $125,000 to $225,000.Equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans