Mechanical Engineer III

Aurex; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurex, based in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Mechanical Engineer III to lead as the responsible engineer for a hypersonic program. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, drive schedules with PM, and uphold technical standards under the program’s chief engineer.

Responsibilities include designing mechanical systems, testing, analyzing data, and ensuring timely, quality results while providing expert technical support to peers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• At least 15 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other design tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems, products, and components.
• Conduct testing and validation of designs.
• Analyze test data and make recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborate with team members from various disciplines.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and meet quality standards.
• Provide technical expertise and support to other team members.
• Participate in project planning and review project requirements.

Skills

CAD software

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA software

Job description

Aurex is a mission-focused aerospace and defense company building the next frontier of deterrence. From hypersonics and missile defense to hardened networks and orbital systems, we design, test, and deliver the platforms that turn unproven ideas into battlefield-ready capability. Born in Huntsville and built for speed, Aurex brings together aerospace veterans, combat-tested operators, and forward-leaning technologists to solve problems that matter—fast. We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision, clarity, and zero tolerance for fluff.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join our team. In this role, you will serve as the responsible engineer for a hypersonic program. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure projects are completed efficiently and meet quality standards. You will help drive the schedule with the program management team while ensuring technical standards are upheld with the program’s chief engineer.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems, products, and components.
• Conduct testing and validation of designs.
• Analyze test data and make recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborate with team members from various disciplines.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and meet quality standards.
• Provide technical expertise and support to other team members.
• Participate in project planning and review project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• At least 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other design tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Secret security clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with project management.

How You Will Be Rewarded

The salary range for this role is $175,000–$225,000 annually. We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary. Compensation is determined by the candidate’s work experience, education, training, and relevant skills. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and professional growth.

The posted salary range represents Aurex’s good‑faith estimate of the anticipated hiring range for this position. The specific salary offered within this range will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, and job‑related qualifications.

Job Location

Huntsville, AL (On-site). This is a full‑time position. Travel is estimated at four weeks annually.

Aurex is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or any type of harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, citizenship, immigration status, or any other legally protected status in employment, including in hiring, firing, and recruiting decisions. All applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for positions at Aurex. There may be limited circumstances in which a law, regulation, executive order, or government contract would require certain citizenship; only in those limited circumstances would Aurex require certain citizenship status to comply with the relevant law, regulation, executive order, or government contract applicable to that position. For all other positions, Aurex does not consider an applicant’s citizenship but only requires that the applicant be authorized to work lawfully in the United States. If a position is one that falls under export control laws and regulations requiring authorization from the U.S. government to access export‑controlled items, any hiring is contingent on the applicant passing the export compliance assessment, which is separate from the I‑9 process, for that specific position. A background check will be required prior to any hire.

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