Lead Mechanical Engineer - Aerospace & Defense

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III in Colorado to lead design and development of advanced mechanical systems for aerospace and defense. You will perform analyses, develop tests, and review documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid office environment.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 6+ years of related experience; a master's is preferred. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 6+ years experience in mechanical engineering or related role.
• Advanced understanding of mechanical design and CAD/CAE tools.
• Experience with multi-disciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of advanced mechanical systems.
• Perform analyses and simulations to validate designs.
• Develop test plans and procedures.
• Review technical documentation and reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring engineers

Simulation & analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

CAD software

CAE tools

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III in Colorado to lead design and development of advanced mechanical systems for aerospace and defense. You will perform analyses, develop tests, and review documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid office environment.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 6+ years of related experience; a master's is preferred. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret U.S.