Associate Mechanical Designer - Space Technologies

SpaceNews; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

AV is seeking a Mechanical Designer to develop and maintain CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks for aerospace-grade components. You will work with senior engineers to translate design intent into detailed drawings and BOMs, and prepare documentation for internal reviews and manufacturing release.

You should have 1–3 years of experience in mechanical/electro-mechanical design, proficiency in SolidWorks, and familiarity with PLM systems. A US security clearance is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting/Design Technology, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 1-3 years of experience preparing mechanical and/or electro-mechanical design drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio for cable/harness diagrams.
• Experience with SolidWorks for 3D modeling and detailed mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with PLM systems (Arena, Agile, Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar).
• Experience with GD&T.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update mechanical CAD models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks
• Collaborate with senior engineers to translate design intent into detailed drawings and bills of material (BOMs)
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation packages for internal reviews and manufacturing release
• Conduct drawing checks for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards
• Provide cross-functional support to mechanical, manufacturing, and configuration management teams
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

US security clearance

GD&T

IPC standards familiarity

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Visio

PLM systems (Arena, Agile, Windchill, Teamcenter)

Job description

At AV we design, integrate, test, and deploy state-of-the-art systems for a range of applications. Projects vary from packaging high reliability electronics subsystems to opto-mechanical mechanism design such as gimbal and steering mirror systems.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and update mechanical CAD models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks
• Collaborate with senior engineers to translate design intent into detailed drawings and bills of material (BOMs)
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation packages for internal reviews and manufacturing release
• Conduct drawing checks for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards
• Provide cross-functional support to mechanical, manufacturing, and configuration management teams
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Associate's or Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting/Design Technology, or related field; equivalent experience considered
• 1 -3 years of experience preparing mechanical and/or electro-mechanical design drawings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio (for cable/harness diagrams)
• Experience with SolidWorks (for 3D modeling, detailed mechanical drawings, or cable harness drawings)
• Familiarity with PLM systems (Arena, Agile, Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar)
• Experience with GD&T
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable & harness standards and/or IPC PCB standards
• Familiarity with defense/aerospace documentation practices
• Familiarity with Altium Designer (for schematic symbol and footprint creation)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for technical documentation
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-disciplinary engineering environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)