Mechanical Engineer

EVONA; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EVONA in Maryland is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize precision sub-systems for spacecraft, including mechanisms, actuators, and hinges. The role emphasizes hands-on work and rapid iteration within multidisciplinary teams from concept through readiness.

You will perform detailed design, analyses, and trade studies to improve reliability and manufacturability, collaborate with suppliers, and contribute to qualification tests and environmental validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in mechanical design and analysis of complex hardware systems.
• Experience with industry-standard 3D CAD software and FEA.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and mechanisms, performing analyses to optimize performance and manufacturability.
• Execute detailed design activities according to standards and program requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for system integration, verification, and testing.
• Work with external suppliers to define requirements, review designs, and track progress.
• Develop and maintain engineering documents, interfaces, and test procedures.
• Define and validate mechanical interfaces between subsystems and components.
• Support qualification and environmental testing activities (vibration, thermal, etc.).
• Investigate hardware issues, perform root-cause analysis, implement corrective actions.
• Present findings and design updates during reviews.
• Identify and implement process improvements and innovative design solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

FEA

3D CAD

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's in ME

Master's preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

Job description

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, and optimization of precision mechanical sub-systems such as mechanisms, actuators, hinges etc, for Spacecraft applications.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, innovative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to bring complex mechanical systems from design to operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and mechanisms, performing analyses and trade studies to optimize performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Execute detailed engineering design activities in accordance with established engineering standards, processes, and program requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system integration, assembly, verification, and testing activities.
• Work with external suppliers and manufacturing partners by defining requirements, reviewing designs, and tracking development progress.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including requirements, drawings, interface definitions, and test procedures.
• Define, manage, and validate mechanical interfaces between subsystems and components.
• Support qualification and environmental testing activities, including vibration, thermal, and other validation efforts.
• Investigate hardware issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Present technical findings, design updates, and recommendations during engineering reviews.
• Identify and implement process improvements, emerging technologies, and innovative design solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical design and analysis involving complex hardware systems.
• Experience with industry-standard 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis techniques and tools, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience working in highly regulated, high-performance, or advanced technology industries.
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary systems that incorporate electrical, software, or controls engineering.
• Experience supporting products throughout the full development lifecycle, from concept through testing and delivery.
• Experience using PLM, PDM, or similar engineering data management systems.