Mechanical Designer

ALTEN Technology USA; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA, a leading engineering services provider, seeks a Mechanical Designer to join our aerospace and defense-focused teams in the United States. You will contribute to robust hardware designs, apply SolidWorks, GD&T, and CAD/CAE tools, and help translate complex requirements into manufacturable solutions.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 3–10 years of relevant experience, and demonstrate a proven track record designing hardware for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent experience.
• Typically 3–10 years of aerospace or defense experience.
• Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies.
• Proven experience leading the design of robust hardware.
• Detailed knowledge of military and commercial design specifications.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and GD&T.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of robust hardware for aerospace/defense programs.
• Apply SolidWorks, GD&T and CAD/CAE tools to develop manufacturable solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering knowledge

Military/commercial specs

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

GD&T

CAD/CAE tools

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

As a Mechanical Designer you will be responsible for;

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent relevant experience and registration.
• Typically 3–10 years of aerospace or defense experience.
• Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies.
• Proven experience leading the design of robust hardware.
• Detailed knowledge of military and commercial design specifications.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design

Qualifications;

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent relevant experience and registration.
• Typically 3–10 years of aerospace or defense experience.
• Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies.
• Proven experience leading the design of robust hardware.
• Detailed knowledge of military and commercial design specifications.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design

12 MONTHS+

Salary Range: $110k-$150k

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, training, and experience

MANDATORY FOR ALL REMOTE/HYBRID AND/OR CALIFORNIA, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, HAWAII, COLORADO, MARYLAND, CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, MINNESOTA, VERMONT, MASSACHUSETTS, NEVADA, NEW YORK, RHODE ISLAND, WASHINGTON STATE & CINCINNATI, OHIO, JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY, TOLEDO, OHIO BASED ROLES.

Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position. - OPTIONAL

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.