Aeromechanics Engineer

Role Overview

The Aeromechanics Engineer supports the design, analysis, development, and production of mechanical components for advanced defense propulsion systems. This role partners with cross-functional teams to help deliver safe, high-quality, and reliable engine hardware that meets customer and mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of mechanical engine components and hardware for defense applications
• Perform engineering analyses such as stress, tolerance, thermal, vibration, and durability assessments
• Create and update 3D models, drawings, and engineering definitions using CAD tools
• Partner with Systems, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Assembly/Test teams to mature designs into producible hardware
• Assist with root cause investigations, failure analysis, and corrective action development
• Support hardware validation activities including test planning, data review, and design verification
• Contribute to technical reviews, design audits, and program milestones
• Help ensure compliance with internal processes, airworthiness requirements, and customer specifications
• Drive continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC)
• Document technical work clearly through reports, presentations, and engineering change records

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), ideally Engineering
• This position requires U.S. Citizenship status

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanics, materials, thermodynamics, and design principles
• Familiarity with CAD modeling and engineering drawings
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team-based environment
• Internship, co-op, or project experience in aerospace, propulsion, turbomachinery, or mechanical design
• Exposure to FEA, GD&T, tolerance analysis, or structural assessment methods
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, additive, brazing, or coatings
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability and producibility
• Understanding of engineering change processes and configuration control
• Experience using tools such as NX, ANSYS, Teamcenter, or similar engineering systems
• Demonstrated leadership through student teams, research, or prior internship experience
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove U.S. Person status.