MechanicalSoftware Engineer

BLUE STORM ASSOCIATES INC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

BLUE STORM ASSOCIATES INC in New York is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong foundation in aerospace sensor systems. The role supports design, integration, and testing of sensor systems across software, networking, and mechanical disciplines.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience, including internships, and can thrive in a remote, self-organizing team environment while supporting multiple programs for national defense and geospatial intelligence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in mechanical engineering roles supporting integrated systems.
• Experience with aerospace sensor systems and unmanned or manned aircraft.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and MATLAB; programming in C++ or C# is a plus.
• Familiarity with data/network architectures and cloud-based systems.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical design support for aerospace sensor systems and related technologies.
• Develop CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks.
• Support ground, bench, and flight testing of systems.
• Perform feasibility studies and trade-space analyses.
• Reduce and analyze test data and present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with software developers and data engineers to support integrated systems.
• Contribute to networked data systems (servers, cloud, and localized devices).
• Author white papers, technical reports, and customer-facing documentation.
• Participate in business development efforts, including proposal development and pipeline research.
• Travel as needed to support testing, integration, or customer engagement.

Skills

Strong communication

Remote work capability

C++

C#

SolidWorks

MATLAB

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s preferred

Tools

Cloud-based systems

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development

We’re seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong foundation in aerospace systems, particularly unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or manned aircraft applications. This role supports the design, integration, and testing of sensor systems that blend mechanical, software, and networking disciplines. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, including internships, and be comfortable working in a remote, self-organizing team environment. You’ll be supporting senior engineers across multiple active programs, helping to shape cutting-edge technology used in national defense and geospatial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical design support for aerospace sensor systems and related technologies
• Develop CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks
• Support ground, bench, and flight testing of systems
• Perform feasibility studies and trade-space analyses
• Reduce and analyze test data and present findings to technical and non-technical audiences
• Collaborate with software developers and data engineers to support integrated systems
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of networked data systems (servers, cloud, and localized devices)
• Author white papers, technical reports, and customer-facing documentation
• Participate in business development efforts, including proposal development and pipeline research
• Travel as needed to support testing, integration, or customer engagement

Qualifications

Required

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience (including no more than 2 years of internships) in mechanical engineering roles supporting integrated systems
• Aerospace experience with unmanned or manned aircraft systems
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and MATLAB; experience with programming (C++ or C#) a plus
• Familiarity with data/network architectures and cloud-based systems
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting
• U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for a U.S. security clearance (up to TS/SCI)

Preferred

• Experience working with sensor systems in aviation or geospatial environments
• Familiarity with Agile development practices or pair programming
• Knowledge of defense or government acquisition processes

What We Offer

• Flexible remote work environment
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Opportunity to contribute to national security and cutting-edge aerospace technology
• Collaborative, mission-driven team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package

This is a remote position.