Experienced Mechanical Integrity Engineer

Beyond New Horizons; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 91,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Continuing education assistance

Healthcare benefits packages

401(k) with employer matching

PTO + holidays

Job summary

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) seeks an Experienced Mechanical Integrity Engineer to support the AEDC at Arnold AFB, TN. The role focuses on mechanical integrity assessments of pressure vessels, piping, and facility systems using ASME/API codes.

The candidate should have hands‑on experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work within an integrated engineering team. Responsibilities include field verification, finite element and fracture mechanics analyses, and producing technical

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical or civil/structural engineering required.
• Minimum of 5 years post‑degree experience in mechanical integrity or related field.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculations and analyses for mechanical integrity assessments of pressure vessels, piping, and facilities.
• Conduct FEM and fracture mechanics evaluations to verify code compliance.
• Provide code‑compliance consultation for pressurized systems and integrity assessments.
• Create technical reports documenting analyses, results and recommendations.
• Work in confined spaces and industrial environments and adhere to PPE policies.

Skills

5+ years experience

Education

BS degree in mechanical or civil/structural engineering

Tools

PV Elite

CAESAR II

ANSYS

AutoCAD

SagePlus

Job description

Experienced Mechanical Integrity Engineer

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

Requisition Number: 2026-22912

Category: Engineering

Job Family Code: O-Engineering

Function/Branch: Engineering / Engineering Solutions

Directorate: Engineering & Technical Support

Position Type: Regular, Full-Time

Pay Type: Exempt

Grade: L08/L09

Salary Range: $91,000 - $150,000 / year

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Integrity Engineer to join the Engineering Solutions team supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold AFB, TN. This engineer will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for maintaining and sustaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

Open to internal and external candidates.

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the person hired into this position is to perform calculations and consultation for mechanical integrity assessments of primarily pressure vessels, process piping systems, and existing facility infrastructure used in ground testing of air and space systems. Work will involve use of ASME and American Petroleum Institute (API) Codes and Standards to support performance of mechanical integrity assessments. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong attention to detail, an interest or experience in engineering forensics and/or reverse engineering, structural integrity and material properties, and the ability to communicate with other engineers effectively.

Job Duties

• Inspect pressure vessels and piping systems through field visits to verify, record, and report pertinent information to determine equipment integrity and make recommendations.
• Perform calculations/analyses, including finite element analysis and fracture mechanics evaluation techniques to verify compliance to code.
• Provide consultation regarding code compliance for pressurized systems.
• Assess the mechanical integrity of process piping, pressure vessels, and system devices and components; as‑built system drawings; and the development & field checking of drawings for each system, as directed.
• Collect relevant data from field visits such as name plates, sizing, dimensions to help in integrity/assessment uses.
• Reverse engineer existing systems and/or components using non‑destructive test (NDT) data and performing engineering analysis.
• Perform independent research, reviews, studies and analyses in support of technical projects and programs.
• Be accountable for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work ensuring proper configuration management and assuring that standard design criteria, practices, procedures, and codes are used in preparation of plans and specifications.
• Create technical reports which document analysis, work performed, results, and recommendations.
• Recommend equipment, new concepts and techniques to improve inspections, engineering evaluations, and reporting.
• Work inside/outside, confined spaces and elevations in industrial environments.
• It is a condition of employment to wear company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Basic Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical or civil/structural engineering from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of at least 5 years' applicable post‑degree experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.
• Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC.

Preferred Qualifications

• A self‑starter with a can‑do attitude and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Interest in and/or work relevant to materials properties and structural adequacy assessment techniques.
• Willingness to learn and keep abreast of new information relating to mechanical integrity issues.
• Strong oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with P&ID diagrams, process piping systems and components, industrial valves, regulators, and pressure relief devices. Ability to identify each of these devices along with their schematic symbols, drawing methodology, and formats.
• Knowledge or experience with implementation of codes/standards such as ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII and B31 Codes, API 579‑1/ASME FFS‑1, API 580/581, and ASME PCC‑2, NBIC, AWS, ASNT.
• Experience in Fracture Mechanics Analysis, NDE methods and results interpretation.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.
• Familiarity with PV Elite, CAESAR II, Ansys, AutoCAD, and SagePlus software.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries.
• Continuing education assistance.
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule.

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.

We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC's rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC's Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC's capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large‑scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high‑hazard facilities.

Join our Team!

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.