Senior Hydraulics Engineer – Defense Systems & Prototyping

Socket.dev; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Test Systems, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks a Sr Hydraulics Engineer to design, analyze, and validate hydraulic systems for high-performance ground-support equipment.

You will size pumps, valves, and actuators, perform detailed hydraulic calculations, and develop schemas and prototypes. The role requires 7+ years in hydraulic/fluid power design, strong Creo/Windchill skills, and a track record of delivering reliable, manufacturable components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field is required.
• 7+ years of engineering experience with hydraulic or fluid power systems.
• Experience with high-pressure hydraulic systems and fluid power standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and develop hydraulic system components.
• Size pumps, valves, motors, actuators, and related components.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and develop manifolds, layouts, and schematics.
• Lead or contribute to R&D initiatives, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Create technical documentation and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to support production.

Skills

Creo

Creo-Piping

Windchill

Hydraulic design

Hydraulic testing

Schematic drawing

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Prototyping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Creo

Creo-Piping

Windchill

Job description

Sun Test Systems, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks a Sr Hydraulics Engineer to design, analyze, and validate hydraulic systems for high-performance ground-support equipment.

You will size pumps, valves, and actuators, perform detailed hydraulic calculations, and develop schemas and prototypes. The role requires 7+ years in hydraulic/fluid power design, strong Creo/Windchill skills, and a track record of delivering reliable, manufacturable components.