Mechanical Engineer

EVONA; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EVONA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize precision mechanical sub-systems for spacecraft applications. The role emphasizes hands-on work, collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, and bringing complex systems from concept to readiness.

The ideal candidate will perform analyses, engage with suppliers, and participate in verification and testing activities to ensure reliability and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 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).

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.

Skills

Hands-on

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

FEA

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.