Aerospace Mechanical Design Engineer – Space & Defense

Links Partners; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Links Partners in Chandler, Arizona, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established team developing specialist mechanical products for aerospace, space and defence applications. You will contribute across the product lifecycle from design through qualification and manufacturing support, collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality and Testing to deliver robust solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, at least three years' relevant experience, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• At least three years' relevant mechanical design or product development experience.
• Experience using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA or Siemens NX.
• Good understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T and manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting products through design, prototyping, testing or production.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and improve mechanical components, assemblies and systems.
• Produce detailed 3D models, engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Apply GD&T, tolerance analysis and sound engineering principles to ensure designs meet requirements.
• Support prototype builds, product testing, validation and qualification activities.
• Work closely with Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve technical and production issues.
• Carry out design reviews, investigate failures and support root cause and corrective action activities.
• Contribute to design optimisation, manufacturability and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, drawings, bills of materials and design changes.

Skills

3D CAD

GD&T

Manufacturing

Problem solving

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

CATIA

Siemens NX

Job description

Links Partners in Chandler, Arizona, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established team developing specialist mechanical products for aerospace, space and defence applications. You will contribute across the product lifecycle from design through qualification and manufacturing support, collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality and Testing to deliver robust solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, at least three years' relevant experience, and strong