Senior Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer — Secret-Clearance Eligible

HRB; Cherry Point (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Plan

short- and long-term disability

accidental death & dismemberment

401K retirement & matching

Tuition assistance program

direct deposit

leave package

11 paid federal holidays

Job summary

HRB seeks an experienced mechanical engineer to support PMA-226 in advancing F-5N+/F+ aircraft modifications and maintenance programs. You will review complex mechanical designs for structural integrity and airworthiness, collaborating with subject matter experts across Structures, Mechanisms, and Flight Controls.

Requires 10+ years in aircraft modification, DoD MIL-STDs knowledge, and strong communication. U.S.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in modifying military or commercial aircraft, including design and substantiation
• Experience with FAA or NAVAIR Airworthiness related to structural integrity
• Knowledge of DoD MIL-STDs and commercial mechanical design standards
• Familiarity with military or commercial maintenance publications and manuals
• Strong communication skills and work ethic

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support to F-5 Systems Lead Engineer within PMA-226
• Review mechanical design, modification and repair of F-5N+/F+ aircraft for structural integrity and airworthiness
• Support SMEs across Structures, Mechanisms, and Flight Controls domains
• Coordinate and triage mechanical technical discrepancy requests among PMA, FST, NAWCAD, and contractors
• Perform in-service tasks related to development, operation, evaluation, and maintenance programs
• Develop and maintain familiarity with technical products and SOW documentation

Skills

Aircraft modifications

Structural analysis

Airworthiness requirements

DoD MIL-STDs knowledge

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

Job description

HRB seeks an experienced mechanical engineer to support PMA-226 in advancing F-5N+/F+ aircraft modifications and maintenance programs. You will review complex mechanical designs for structural integrity and airworthiness, collaborating with subject matter experts across Structures, Mechanisms, and Flight Controls.

Requires 10+ years in aircraft modification, DoD MIL-STDs knowledge, and strong communication. U.S.