Flight Hardware Mechanical Engineer

Castelion; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Castelion is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to take ownership of real flight hardware and grow with a fast-moving team. You will design, fabricate, and integrate critical flight structures for Castelion's hypersonic vehicles, delivering concepts to flight in weeks rather than years.

Ideal candidates have a Mechanical Engineering degree with 2+ years of experience in aerospace or hardware-focused roles, and are proficient in CAD tools like SolidWorks or NX, with a strong eye for detail

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of ME experience, preferably in aerospace or hardware-focused industries.
• Proficient CAD design with SolidWorks, NX or similar; understanding of statics, dynamics, and thermal principles.
• Ownership mentality: eager to take on responsibility, contribute in a hands-on environment, and learn from experience.
• Attention to detail: careful with part numbers, materials, tolerances, and documentation, even when moving quickly.

Responsibilities

• Design and Develop Flight Hardware: Support the design, analysis, and build of mission-critical systems including composite tanks, separation mechanisms, and actuators. You'll contribute to CAD models, run basic analysis, and work with technicians and leads to integrate and test hardware.
• Rapid Iteration and Prototyping: Contribute to four-week subsystem prototype cycles. Participate in design reviews, integrate test feedback, and help drive continuous improvement based on real-world data.
• Get Hands-On and Learn Fast: Work closely with leads and technicians during builds. Learn how to write travelers, build notes, and quality documentation. Gain exposure to the full product lifecycle in a highly accelerated environment.

Skills

CAD design

Statics & dynamics

Thermal principles

Ownership mentality

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Castelion is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to take ownership of real flight hardware and grow with a fast-moving team. You will design, fabricate, and integrate critical flight structures for Castelion's hypersonic vehicles, delivering concepts to flight in weeks rather than years.

Ideal candidates have a Mechanical Engineering degree with 2+ years of experience in aerospace or hardware-focused roles, and are proficient in CAD tools like SolidWorks or NX, with a strong eye for detail