Senior Mechanical Engineer

Adecco Portugal; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Search in the aerospace sector seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead aircraft product development and installation programs for commercial and business aviation customers worldwide. You will own projects from concept through certification, production launch, and customer implementation while working directly with operators, engineering teams, manufacturing, and key partners.

Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of mechanical product design experience.
• 3+ years of SolidWorks experience.
• FAA certification, DO-160, or field engineering experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and product development projects from concept through production release.
• Develop 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and documentation using SolidWorks.
• Manage aircraft installation programs and customer-specific engineering projects.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and operations to improve products and processes.
• Support certification, qualification testing, and technical documentation efforts.
• Serve as a technical leader and customer-facing resource throughout programs.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer Opportunity | Aerospace Industry

Confidential Search | Senior Mechanical Engineer

An industry-leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead innovative aircraft product development and installation programs supporting commercial and business aviation customers worldwide.

This highly visible position offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects from concept through certification, production launch, and customer implementation while working directly with aircraft operators, engineering teams, manufacturing, and key industry partners.

Salary: $100,000- $145,000 + Sign on Bonus

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical design and product development projects from concept through production release
• Develop 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation using SolidWorks
• Manage aircraft installation programs and customer-specific engineering projects
• Conduct aircraft surveys and support installation activities in the field
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and operations teams to improve products and processes
• Support certification, qualification testing, and technical documentation efforts
• Serve as a technical leader and customer-facing engineering resource throughout program execution

Desired Background:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 5+ years of mechanical product design experience
• 3+ years of SolidWorks experience
• Aerospace, aviation, aircraft interiors, lighting systems, cabin systems, or related industry experience preferred
• Experience leading engineering projects and working directly with customers
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, design-for-manufacturability, and engineering documentation
• FAA certification, DO-160, aircraft installation, or field engineering experience is highly desirable

What Makes This Opportunity Unique:

• Direct customer interaction and project ownership
• Strong mix of engineering and program leadership responsibilities
• Collaborative, growth-oriented engineering environment
• Opportunity to influence future product strategy and innovation

Travel:

Up to 30% domestic and international

If you have a passion for aerospace engineering, product development, and leading programs from concept through implementation, we'd love to connect.

All inquiries and applicant information will be held in strict confidence.