Mechanical Engineer I — Aerospace & Defense, Hybrid

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC); Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) matching up to 6%

Life Insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to design, develop, test, and deploy mechanical structures and systems for aerospace and defense programs. You will work in a fast-paced, hybrid environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality performance across the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes assisting in design, testing, and documentation, with opportunities to advance skills in CAD/CAE tools and multidisciplinary integration within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or a 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 working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.

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

Design principles

Engineering basics

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

B.S. Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

CAE tools

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to design, develop, test, and deploy mechanical structures and systems for aerospace and defense programs. You will work in a fast-paced, hybrid environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality performance across the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes assisting in design, testing, and documentation, with opportunities to advance skills in CAD/CAE tools and multidisciplinary integration within the