Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Aerospace & Defense

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Monsey (NY); On-site; USD 109,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Monsey, NY is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer, Lead to drive the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems for aerospace/defense applications. The role requires hands-on development, testing, and manufacturing support to meet performance and cost targets.

The candidate will oversee feasible studies, data-driven experiments, and provide senior-level guidance on maintenance, root-cause investigations, and bid responses, while producing technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8–12+ years of progressive mechanical design engineering experience including hands-on system development, testing, and manufacturing support.
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical system design, analysis, prototyping, and troubleshooting.
• Strong capability in experiment design, data interpretation, and resolving discrepancies between modeled and actual results.
• Experience directing technicians or support teams in fabrication, testing, or equipment installation.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and engineering documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Plan and execute feasibility studies and structured experiments, including data collection, analysis, reconciliation of predicted versus actual performance, and preparation of technical reports.
• Direct support personnel in detailed design, prototype fabrication, installation, debugging, and testing activities to validate mechanical solutions and ensure manufacturability.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, maintenance procedures, safety standards, and presentation materials to support solution visibility and operational readiness.

Skills

Mechanical design

Prototype development

Testing & validation

CAD tools

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Monsey, NY is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer, Lead to drive the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems for aerospace/defense applications. The role requires hands-on development, testing, and manufacturing support to meet performance and cost targets.

The candidate will oversee feasible studies, data-driven experiments, and provide senior-level guidance on maintenance, root-cause investigations, and bid responses, while producing technical