Mechanical Engineer with Security Clearance

CAE USA; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Safe work environment

Work-life balance flexibility

Recognition and professional growth

Job summary

CAE Vision in Arlington, TX seeks a Mechanical Engineer to develop and apply design methods, CAD modeling, and analysis for flight simulator projects. The role emphasizes collaboration with a small to mid-size team and delivering results across multiple programs.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. US citizenship is required for DoD work; security clearance eligibility is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering concepts.
• U.S. citizenship required for DoD contracts.

Responsibilities

• Direct technical activities of a small to medium program.
• Provide technical support during evaluations of training devices.
• Resolve technical problems with suppliers and manufacturing.
• Assist with installations and final acceptance of training devices.
• Ensure training device meets requirements from design to acceptance.
• Support bids by reviewing specs and drafting technical responses.
• Perform CAD modeling and drawing creation per customer specs.
• Coordinate engineering activities with peers and management.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks/Creo

GD&T

Model Based Engineering

Simulation tools

Job description

CAE Vision

Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

CAE Defense & Security Mission

CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

CAE Values

Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

Develops and applies engineering design methods, CAD tools, theories, and techniques in the investigation and solution of technical problems. Remains abreast of the most modern engineering concepts through personal learning initiatives and continuing education programs while applying this knowledge to assigned tasks when appropriate. This position pertains primarily to the Mechanical Engineering segment of flight simulator design/development and is largely project oriented. Task assignments may transcend several projects/programs simultaneously.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for arranging and directing technical activities of a small to medium scale program.
• Provides technical support during subjective and objective evaluations of training devices
• Resolves technical problems and provides technical support to suppliers and manufacturing
• Participate in installations and final sell off of training devices. Coordinate and review technical/operational deliverables prior to submission to customer
• Responsible for training device from requirements to final acceptance
• Support bid and proposal by reviewing technical specifications, recommending design and manufacturing solutions, and writing detailed technical responses
• Undertakes independent studies, analysis, interpretations, and conclusions
• Performs product development activities including parametric CAD modeling, drawing creation, and interpretation/implementation of customer specifications and documentation requirements.
• Teamwork, involving close association with peers, and management is essential to coordinating engineering activities in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• May perform other engineering and non-engineering duties as required by supervisor.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree.
• Must possess at least 5 years mechanical engineering experience or experience in related industry.
• Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of Mechanical Engineering
• Detail oriented.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to solve technical and other business issues in a logical fashion
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

• Machine shop experience and familiarity with hand tools
• Hands on support of manufacturing
• Experience with Model Based Engineering and GD&T
• SolidWorks or Creo experience or similar parametric CAD tool
• Simulation experience

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources. Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

• Duties performed in an office environment and manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to work overtime on and off-shifts as required.
• The employee is on call 24x7 for the resolution of problems and issues.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Ability to lift 25 lbs. to various heights. Ability to work overtime and shifts as needed. Ability to travel CONUS. Ability to climb stairs.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at About CAE At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success. Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at . Data Privacy Privacy Statement | CAE As part of our process, we may use AI-supported tools to help review applications, with human decision-making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.