Senior Mechanical Engineering Tech I

Hybrid or in office
Lone Tree, CO
Full time
Join our team to deliver technological solutions in a rapid and agile production environment. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading complex mechanical engineering projects, providing expert guidance, and ensuring the highest standards of design and performance. You will mentor junior engineers and contribute to strategic planning.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it 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. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
Lead a small team and manage complex mechanical engineering projects.
Provide expert guidance on the design and development of mechanical systems.
Perform high-level analyses and simulations to ensure optimal performance.
Mentor and guide junior engineers on mechanical engineering practices.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or a related role.
• Expert understanding of mechanical design principles and computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Understanding of engineering principles and practices
• Ability to Obtain and maintain United States Secret security clearance

Master’s or PhD in a related field.
Experience with technical management of suppliers and supplier data
Previous experience utilizing 3DExpierence and CATIA
Understanding of Engineering Simulation such as Finite Element structural analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Thermal Analysis
Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes
Experience with model based systems engineering (MBSE) tools such as CAMEO
Knowledge of environmental requirements for components utilized in aircraft and space applications
Experience providing technical guidance to a diverse team of engineers on issues related to mechanical engineering
Experience with manufacturing, production, and product support to include disposition of engineering non-conformances
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.
Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
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 ( .
Security Clearance. Security Clearance for employment. 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. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (
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!
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.
SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber.
As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.