Mechanical Engineer V - Test

Voyagertechnologiesinc; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 149,815 - 207,385; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Job summary

Voyagertechnologiesinc is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive testing and design for advanced defense and space technologies. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience, a relevant degree, and strong skills in mechanical engineering.

This position includes responsibilities in testing, design of electromechanical systems, CAD modeling, and project management. Benefits include a competitive salary range and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to maintain required security clearance.
• Travel up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing activities and design setups.
• Apply communication expertise for presentations and documents.
• Support design of electromechanical and propulsion systems.
• Create CAD models and technical drawings.
• Integrate testing with verification and validation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

Ballistics knowledge

Control systems development

CFD analysis

Presentation design

Education

B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering

M.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering

Tools

2D CAD software

3D CAD software

Job description

Job Summary

Drive testing, communications, design, drafting, systems engineering, and related areas for advanced defense and space technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead testing activities: design complex setups, develop custom fixtures, optimize processes, troubleshoot instrumentation, and analyze measurement uncertainties.
• Apply communication expertise: design presentations, write technical documents, and provide guidance on complex challenges.
• Support design of electromechanical actuators, igniters, pressure vessels, solid rocket motors, thrusters, and hot gas valves.
• Create 2D and 3D CAD models and technical drawings, interpreting GD&T symbols.
• Integrate testing with verification and validation of requirements; develop program plans, acquisition lifecycles, and risk management strategies.
• Manage small projects: basic financial knowledge, team leadership, procurement, and contract management.
• Apply ballistics knowledge: propellant chemistry, combustion principles, grain geometry, and solid propellant manufacturing.
• Develop simple control systems and performance analysis for solid rocket motors.
• Perform CFD, structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis, interpreting results and applying engineering judgment.
• Assist in basic avionics: battery design, harness design, circuit board design, ignition systems, and software design.

Requirements

• 10–15 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering (equivalent experience acceptable).
• Travel up to 10% of the time.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

Preferences

• Rocket motor design and testing experience.
• Current DoD Top Secret SCI clearance.
• M.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering (equivalent experience acceptable).

Benefits

• Base salary range in Nevada: $149,815 – $207,385 USD.
• Discretionary annual bonus, paid time off, health benefits, retirement plan, and wellness program.

Eligibility and Legal

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Applicants must be a U.S. person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) and be eligible for export authorizations under ITAR/EAR regulations.

The statements contained in this job description describe the general content and requirements for the role. They are not exhaustive and may be modified by management at any time without prior notice.