Mechanical Engineer III

Frontgrade; New York (NY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontgrade is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to provide expertise in the early stages of design, focusing on complex construction problems in space applications. You will be responsible for mentoring junior engineers, developing mechanical designs, and engaging with clients to ensure project success in challenging environments.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Immediate 401K Vesting/Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year

8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in a specialized functional discipline.
• Ability to maintain a Security Clearance.
• Applicable experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive mechanical designs.
• Mentor ME I and ME II employees.
• Perform advanced analyses with minimal guidance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Design of electromechanical products

Advanced analyses (thermal, structural, tolerance)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Related Field

Job description

For more than six decades, the skilled thinkers, makers, and doers at Frontgrade have embraced our mission to solve complex technology challenges across the U.S. and around the globe.

We’re the leading provider of high reliability and radiation assured solutions for defense, space, intelligence, commercial, and civil applications, and our products are designed to perform in the harshest of environments. From human spaceflight and space exploration to missile defense, electronic warfare, and healthcare tech advancements, our talented team stays in lockstep with our customers to ensure the success of their missions.

Do you want to help shape the future? In an environment where innovation and ideas go hand-in-hand? Then come join the Frontgrade Team!

Why Work For Us

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You’ll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond.

Other benefits include:

• Competitive Benefits: Medical (FSA + HSA), Dental, and Vision
• Immediate 401K Vesting/Matching
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (8 regular and 3 floating)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave

*ProfitSharingPlan applies to all non-Annual Incentive Plan and non-Sales Incentive Plan employees.

Overview

The Mechanical Engineer III provides mechanical engineering expertise in the early stages of design. They also coordinate project design and analyze complex construction problems. They will perform a variety of complex duties in support of the development and manufacturing of space mechanisms, actuators, motors, twist caps, and motor controllers operating in a space environment.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Develop comprehensive mechanical designs

· Provide technical support to project teams as required from initial design to production

· Mentor ME I and ME II employees by providing training on job functions and reviewing work

· Develop mechanical designs for new products, fabrication fixturing, and test fixturing

· Create and review engineering documentation packages

· Provide inputs to engineering design reviews including calculations, analyses, drawings, etc. to show compliance to specifications and project objectives and standards

· Interact with customers and vendors as necessary based on project scope; makes presentations to communicate engineering findings

· Perform advanced analyses (thermal, structural, and tolerance) with minimal guidance of advanced engineers

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

· Minimum five (5) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (9) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree.

· Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance

· Experience in the design of electronic or electromechanical products

· Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) or Related Field of Study

· Applicable experience in lieu of a Degree may be considered.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition to this job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you must be able to obtain an U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.
• Pay Range: $96,376 - $120,470 annually. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail].

If you have relevant skills that are not reflected in your resume, we welcome your application and encourage you to share more in an optional cover letter or to join our Talent Community Connect Portal - Connect (icims.com).