Mechanical Engineer, Senior

Credence; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical/Dental/Vison

401k/IRA

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Credence is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the Fixed Wing Branch in Crestview, FL. The role covers cradle-to-grave acquisition, modification, and sustainment for C-130 variants, with involvement across multiple USAF commands and airworthiness programs.

The engineer will lead hardware design, analysis, and certification activities, coordinate with government and subcontractors, and help ensure safety, reliability, and performance across complex aircraft systems.

Qualifications

• Master's/Doctorate in engineering with ABET accreditation.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering with ABET accreditation.
• Active Secret security clearance or higher (or ability to obtain).
• Experience with design, development, and integration of aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical systems, flight controls, mass properties, and structural systems.
• Perform all phases of hardware design, development, integration, implementation, and analysis.
• Plan feasibility studies for design improvements and advanced technologies.
• Develop structural repairs and corrosion plans for aircraft components.
• Coordinate with IPTs to ensure systems meet requirements and support OSS&E, MECSIP, AVIP, ASIP programs.

Skills

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Mechanical systems

Flight controls

CAD / computer-aided design

Education

ABET-accredited Master's or Doctorate in related field

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With more than 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI & data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver on a scale and with purpose.

We've been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for six consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 13 of the past 14 years. Credence is a welcoming environment for those looking to grow and make a meaningful impact. We encourage employees to push boundaries and help solve critical, world-changing federal challenges.

Position Summary

Credence has an immediate need for a Mechanical Engineer at the seniorlevel supporting our Fixed Wing Branch at Crestview, FL. The Fixed Wing Branch (AFLCMC/WIUA) provides cradle-to-grave acquisition, modification, and sustainment support for all SOF C-130 variant weapon systems and subsystems supporting five USAF Major Commands (MAJCOMs). The Lead Command for most of the AFLCMC/WIUA activities is Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), which falls under the unified command of United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). AFLCMC/WIUA also supports Air Combat Command (ACC), Air Education and Training Command (AETC), Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC), and Air National Guard (ANG). The Rotary Wing Branch (AFLCMC/WIUB) provides cradle-to-grave acquisition and sustainment for all USAF helicopters. The branch coordinates acquisition, modification, and lifecycle sustainment to include avionics, maintenance, repair, spares procurement, engineering support, configuration control, and reliability/maintainability and obsolescence programs for fielded systems. AFLCMC/WIUB supports Air Combat Command (ACC), Air Education and Training Command (AETC), Air Force Reserve Center (AFRC), Air National Guard (ANG), Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC), and the Air Force District of Washington (AFDW).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the duties listed below:

• Provide highly technical expertise and guidance in solving complex engineering problems related to military aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical systems, flight controls, mass properties, and structural systems
• Perform all phases of hardware design, development, integration, implementation, and analysis
• Plan and conduct engineering feasibility studies for design improvements, modifications, and implementation of advanced technologies
• Develop standards and guidelines for engineering tasks, including the generation of Tailored Airworthiness Certification Criteria (TACC) or modification of criteria in the Modified Airworthiness Certification Criteria (MACC)
• Develop structural and corrosion repairs
• Develop aircraft structural repairs, disposition corrosion on aircraft components and structural members, and troubleshoot mechanical and pneudraulic systems, including flight controls, landing gear, and environmental control systems
• Provide hands-on engineering support for Special Mission C-130 aircraft undergoing simultaneous modification and programmed depot maintenance on the PDM/Mod line
• Participate in hardware evaluations and assist the Government in developing standards and guidelines for tasks being performed
• Support engineering tasks including investigations and analysis, tradeoff studies, quality evaluations, deficiency reports, and field and depot assistance requests
• Participate in Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs), Functional Configuration Audits (FCAs), First Article Tests (FATs), and Configuration Change Boards for Airworthiness (CCB/AW)
• Develop, test, and evaluate theoretical designs
• Discuss and solve complex problems with manufacturing departments, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers
• Ensure products can be produced reliably with consistent performance in specified operating environments
• Manage projects using engineering principles and techniques
• Plan and design new production processes; produce detailed specifications and outline designs; and recommend modifications following prototype test results
• Use research, analytical, conceptual, and planning skills, including mathematical modeling and computer-aided design
• Consider the implications of cost, safety, and time constraints
• Work with other professionals within and outside the engineering specialty
• Analyze progress of program efforts on assigned projects and technical tasks; identify and scope problems; provide recommendations; evaluate results of implemented solutions; and implement technical policies and procedures affecting resources and programs
• Support required processes to acquire and sustain aircraft, including the Operational Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness (OSS&E) program, Mechanical Equipment and Subsystem Integrity Program (MECSIP), Avionics Integrity Program (AVIP), Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP), and Corrosion Prevention and Control Program
• Advise and assist with the design and implementation of cost-effective equipment modifications to improve safety, reliability, and throughput
• Evaluate the weapon system contractor's design and assess whether missionized aircraft will meet aircraft-related System Requirements Document (SRD) requirements
• Evaluate and assess whether the weapon system contractor's design and deliverables meet aircraft-related Statement of Work (SOW) requirements
• Develop and implement aircraft integrity programs and a corrosion prevention and control program
• Manage implementation and completion of aerial refueling certification and clearance processes
• Manage size, power, cooling, weight and balance designs
• Support test planning and execution and review associated documents
• Coordinate with other Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), including radar, communications, logistics, integration, and test, to ensure aircraft systems and subsystems are adequate to meet requirements
• Support the development, implementation, and execution of a program office Operational Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness (OSS&E) process
• Develop, implement, and execute program office operating instructions, as required
• Develop, implement, and execute a program sustainment strategy
• Assist the Government with management of Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues

Requirements

• Must have an active or current Secret security clearance (or higher), verifiable in the Defense Information System for Security (DISS)
• Must have an ABET accredited Master's or Doctorate degree in a related field and ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) years of which must be in the DoD or other USG ISR/SOF Organizations;
• OR must have an ABET accredited bachelor's degree in a related field and twenty (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) years of which must be in the DoD or other USG ISR/SOF Organizations
• Personnel must have a minimum of two years of experience in the design, development, and integration of aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems, with two years of experience overseeing the design and development of engineering projects
• Must have significant depot‑level maintenance/MRO experience on aircraft, including deep understanding of Air Force Technical Orders and Air Force heavy aircraft maintenance and modifications
• Must have experience accomplishing airworthiness, loads, stress, and weight and balance analysis in support of systems integration
• To fill Engineering positions, Contractor personnel must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree with a major in engineering from a college or university with an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited engineering program for the degree requirements of the position, such as electrical, mechanical, or aerospace engineering. Degrees in engineering technology are not considered qualifying for these positions
• To fill computer science positions, Contractor personnel must have successfully completed an undergraduate or graduate degree with a major in computer science from a college or university with an ABET‑accredited computer science program
• For engineering and computer science positions, the degree must have been received in the year of, or any year after, the original date of accreditation
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of working on the PDM/Mod line, including crawling throughout aircraft areas such as inner and outer wings, cockpit areas, and confined spaces using stands and scaffolding; may be required to use fall restraint equipment. Work environment may include tripping hazards, sharp corners, and low overhead structural members.

Why This Role Matters

• Real World Impact - Your work will support defense and health agencies where AI solutions directly contribute to national security and public well-being.
• Growth‑Oriented Environment - Learn from technical leaders, innovate within Agentic AI, and mentor those around you in AI best practices.
• Culture of Empowerment - You'll be part of a team that values innovation, trust, collaboration, and mission success.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

Please join us, as together we build a better world one mission at a time powered by Technology and its People!