About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineer I, you will support the design, development, testing, and deployment of mechanical structures and systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. You will work within a production environment to deliver technical solutions and ensure high-quality performance throughout the product lifecycle.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the design and development of mechanical components and systems.
- Support the creation and execution of test plans for mechanical products.
- Perform basic analyses and simulations to validate designs.
- Prepare technical documentation and reports for review.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure design requirements are met.
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving design and testing issues.
- Apply systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to develop mechanical designs.
- Communicate technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members and management.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- 0 to 2 years of experience in mechanical engineering or a related role.
- Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and computer-aided design (CAD) software.
- Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
- Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.
- Familiarity with working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.
- Preferred: Internship or project experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
- Preferred: Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
- Preferred: Knowledge of industry-standard design principles, including parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, and manufacturing processes.
- Preferred: Knowledge of environmental requirements for aircraft and space components.
Location & details#
- Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado.
- Modality: On-site or hybrid.
- Employment: Full time.
- Term: Rolling.
- This role requires the ability to work on a computer for extended periods and occasional travel.
About Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation operates in the aerospace and national security sectors. The company develops systems for command, control, communications, and cyber operations across land, sea, air, and space domains. Founded in 1963, it remains a privately held business with headquarters in Sparks, Nevada. The firm maintains a workforce of approximately 5,300 employees.
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