Associate Mechanical Engineer – Autonomous Defense (Equity)

Allen Control Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

ACS Equity Package

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Allen Control Systems in Austin, Texas is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge autonomous systems. This position suits recent graduates or engineers with up to two years of experience in mechanical design and simulation. As part of your role, you will support the design of mechanical systems, run simulations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, all while having the potential for real-world defense impact. Competitive salary and benefits including health insurance are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo.
• Foundational understanding of MIL-STD-810 durability requirements.
• Interest in electromechanical integration.

Responsibilities

• Support design and development of mechanical systems under MIL-STD-810.
• Run mechanical simulations to assess designs under operational stress.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate electromechanical components.
• Support development of mechanical design specifications and reports.
• Participate in cross-functional design reviews.

Skills

3D CAD software

FEA and thermal simulation

Mechanical design

Robust mechanical systems

Electromechanical integration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Job description

Allen Control Systems in Austin, Texas is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge autonomous systems. This position suits recent graduates or engineers with up to two years of experience in mechanical design and simulation. As part of your role, you will support the design of mechanical systems, run simulations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, all while having the potential for real-world defense impact. Competitive salary and benefits including health insurance are offered.