Senior Engineer, Propellers

Neon Aerospace; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 123,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits (health, vision, dental, 401(k))

Equity participation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Neon Aerospace is seeking a Senior Engineer – Propellers in Manchester, Connecticut. This role involves leading engineering work for propeller system design and production support. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in aerospace systems design and a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. Competitive compensation is offered, with a salary range of $110,000 to $123,750 USD. Join us to shape the future of aviation and work alongside elite engineering talent.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in engineering design, analysis, and development of mechanical or aerospace systems.
• Understanding of full lifecycle product development.
• Ability to evaluate design alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical engineering work for propeller systems.
• Partner with teams to resolve issues and keep programs moving.
• Define requirements, support compliance planning.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

Problem-solving

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Analytical modeling

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD design

CFD analysis

Job description

Aerospace is at a turning point — costs are rising, supply chains are strained, and old ways of building can’t keep up. At Neon Aero, we’re breaking that mold. We move fast, think big, and combine start‑up agility with aerospace expertise to design, build, and scale aircraft in ways the industry has never seen. Our team leverages automation, AI‑driven tools, and a fully connected digital backbone to accelerate innovation and reduce barriers to production.

Here, you won’t just take a job — you’ll help reinvent how the world flies. If you’re ready to solve complex problems, push technology further, and work alongside some of the brightest minds in aerospace, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Neon is seeking a Senior Engineer – Propellers to lead key engineering work across propeller system design, analysis, certification, and production support. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex mechanical and aerospace problems, working closely with manufacturing and suppliers, and helping bring high‑performance hardware from concept into production.

Why This Role Matters

• Lead critical propeller system engineering work across development, certification, and production support.
• Help shape technical direction through requirements definition, trade studies, and design evaluation.
• Improve product performance, manufacturability, and readiness for production.
• Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve issues and keep programs moving.
• Work in a fast‑paced development environment with meaningful ownership and cross‑functional impact.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (equivalent professional experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in engineering design, analysis, and development of mechanical or aerospace systems.
• Understanding of full lifecycle product development, including design, testing, certification, and production support.
• Ability to define requirements, support compliance planning, and evaluate design alternatives.
• Experience working with cross‑functional engineering teams, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Familiarity with analytical modeling, aerodynamic CFD analysis, structural modeling, CAD design, engineering drawings, GD&T, and model‑based definition.
• Strong engineering judgment, problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Interest in mechanical systems, aircraft, and manufacturing.
• Ability to work in office, lab, manufacturing, and other technical environments as needed.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to comply with export control, ITAR, and related security requirements.

Preferred

• Experience concepting, designing, and introducing a system into production.
• Experience supporting or transitioning a design into a manufacturing environment.
• Technical hands‑on experience in prototype, test, manufacturing, or related engineering support environments.
• Familiarity with propeller systems or rotating mechanical systems.

Why Join Us

• Work alongside elite engineering talent and innovators from across aerospace and tech.
• Be part of a team moving faster than the industry standard.
• Shape solutions that are lower‑cost, autonomous, and scalable — the future of aviation.
• Competitive compensation, including equity participation, growth opportunities, and full health benefits (health, vision, dental, 401(k)) designed to support you in and out of work.

This pay range is specific to the location where the role is posted. Final pay will depend on experience, skill level, and other job‑related factors.

Location‑Specific Pay Range

$110,000 – $123,750 USD

Neon Aero, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

All final candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

At this time, Neon Aero and its divisions are not accepting unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters or staffing agencies.