Senior Mechanical Engineering Tech I

With hundreds of systems flying in space, our customers turn to AV when a mission can't fail. Position ResponsibilitiesProvide engineering design and analysis leadership to diverse R&D programs and small-volume production contractsLead the structural and thermal analysis of mechanical systems for space and airborne hardwareWork within a multi-disciplined project teamResponsible for mechanical design and analysis activity, and support integration and formal acceptance-test activitiesProjects vary from packaging high reliability electronics subsystems to opto-mechanical mechanism design such as gimbal and steering mirror systemsOther duties as assignedBasic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)· Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering· 12 years' mechanical engineering experience in one or more of the following areas: Structural and thermal analysis including analytical calculations and FEA (stress analysis, modal analysis, thermal conduction analysis, bolt loads, etc.)Design using CAD software, ideally experience with SolidWorksTolerance analysis and GD&T practicesSpace hardware design, analysis, integration, and test· Strong technical writing skills applicable to engineering documentation (analysis reports, specifications, requirements documents, etc.).Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies15 years' experience in mechanical engineering of space systems.Strong verbal communication skills needed for customer interaction at design reviews, supplier interaction, etc.Ability to quickly adapt to various projects and types of work and to work several projects simultaneously while managing time and priorities.Experience and willingness to be hands on during hardware assembly, integration, and test.Current US security clearance.Physical DemandsAbility to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)Clearance LevelNo ClearanceThe salary range for this role is:$111,500 - $170,000AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR Requirement:This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.20521 Seneca Meadows Pkwy, Germantown, MDType: Full time