Aerospace Mechanical Design Engineer – Spacecraft & Structures

TSC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TSC is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support Navy missions. You will design and develop aerospace structures and mechanisms, using industry-grade CAD tools and drafting conventions.

The role requires hands-on experience with aerospace hardware, a related engineering degree, and the ability to work both independently and in a multidisciplinary team. A DoD security clearance is preferred, with eligibility for TS/SCI may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/aerospace/manufacturing or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2-5 years of proven aerospace mechanical design experience.
• Direct experience with aerospace/space hardware and current design practices.
• Proficiency with CAD tools; Siemens NX preferred and GD&T knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Designs, analyzes, and directs integration of structural components and mechanical assemblies for space/air platforms.
• Creates detailed 3D CAD models and fabrication drawings.
• Collaborates with Integration and Test teams for component assembly.
• Author test plans and fixtures; participate in hardware verification campaigns (vibration, shock, thermal-vacuum/altitude).

Skills

Aerospace mechanical design

GD&T knowledge

Independent & collaborative work

Security clearance awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/ Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

TSC is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support Navy missions. You will design and develop aerospace structures and mechanisms, using industry-grade CAD tools and drafting conventions.

The role requires hands-on experience with aerospace hardware, a related engineering degree, and the ability to work both independently and in a multidisciplinary team. A DoD security clearance is preferred, with eligibility for TS/SCI may apply.