Mechanical Engineer I - Aerospace/Defense, Clearance Eligible

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

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

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to design and develop mechanical components and systems for aerospace and defense programs in a rapid, agile environment. You will assist with test plans, basic analyses, and documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet design requirements and ensure return on safety and performance.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s in mechanical/aerospace engineering, 0–2+ years of relevant experience, CAD/CAE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 0-2+ years in mechanical engineering or related role.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and CAD software.
• Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.
• Familiarity with multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of mechanical components and systems.
• Support the creation and execution of test plans for mechanical products.
• Perform basic analyses and simulations to validate designs.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports for review.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure design requirements are met.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving design and testing issues.

Skills

CAD basics

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD software

CAE tools

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to design and develop mechanical components and systems for aerospace and defense programs in a rapid, agile environment. You will assist with test plans, basic analyses, and documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet design requirements and ensure return on safety and performance.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s in mechanical/aerospace engineering, 0–2+ years of relevant experience, CAD/CAE