Mechanical Engineer III

H2B Consulting, Inc.; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

PTO 10 days

paid holidays 12

Sick days 5

401(k)

Professional support

Client exposure

Job summary

H2B Consulting, Inc. seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer III for an aerospace/defense program in Englewood, CO. The six-month contract emphasizes unmanned aircraft tech, rapid prototyping, and high-performance aerospace systems.

The role requires 6+ years in mechanical engineering, CAD/CAE proficiency, and ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance. On-site with potential hybrid flexibility, and a competitive hourly rate with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree may be considered with slightly less experience.
• Strong fundamentals, 3D CAD/CAE experience and collaboration skills.
• Eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve mechanical structures, components and systems.
• Support rapid prototyping, testing, and design validation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and suppliers.
• Develop and review 3D CAD models and technical drawings.
• Evaluate manufacturability and performance.
• Support structural, thermal, and fluid analyses; GD&T interpretation.
• Participate in design reviews across the lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

3D CAD/CAE experience

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Lifecycle project support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree – considered with less experience

Tools

CATIA

3DEXPERIENCE

SolidWorks

Creo

Siemens NX

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer III to support an innovative aerospace & defense development program in Englewood, Colorado. This six-month contract position focuses on unmanned aircraft technology, rapid prototyping, advanced mechanical design, and high-performance aerospace systems.

Responsibilities

• designing and improving mechanical structures, components, and systems
• supporting rapid prototyping, product development, testing, and design validation
• collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and external suppliers
• developing and reviewing 3D CAD models, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation
• evaluating manufacturability and engineering performance
• supporting structural, thermal, and fluid dynamics analysis
• interpreting GD&T and engineering standards
• resolving technical challenges involving high-speed and high-temperature conditions
• participating in design reviews throughout the engineering lifecycle

Qualifications

• a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline and typically six or more years of relevant experience
• candidates with a master's degree and slightly less experience may be considered
• strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, 3D CAD or computer-aided engineering experience, multidisciplinary collaboration skills, and experience supporting engineering projects from concept through testing or production
• eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Preferred qualifications

• aerospace, aviation, aircraft, UAV, UAS, or defense mechanical design experience
• familiarity with CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE, SolidWorks, Creo, Siemens NX, or similar CAD tools
• rapid prototyping
• GD&T and ASME Y14.5 or ISO standards
• FEA, CFD, thermal analysis, parametric design, model-based definition, material selection, manufacturing processes, and supplier coordination

Work location

On-site in Englewood, Colorado, with potential hybrid flexibility.

Contract duration

six months, with potential for longer-term employment based on program needs and performance.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation: $55-$60 per hour on a W-2 basis, with additional benefits.

• medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 10 PTO days
• 12 paid holidays
• five sick days
• a 401(k) program
• professional support
• opportunities to work with leading clients

Citizenship requirement

The client is a federal government contractor serving the Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force, NASA, and other organizations and requires U.S. citizenship without dual citizenship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

H2B Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.