Senior R&D Engineer, Aerospace Prototyping & Systems

Middle River Aerostructure Systems; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Health spending accounts

Onsite gym

Immediate 401k vesting

Educational assistance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

ST Engineering MRAS seeks a Lead Engineer - Research and Development to conceptualize and develop innovative aero/structural technologies from concept to prototype and product launch. You will work with product, manufacturing, testing, and quality teams to ensure successful integration of new concepts.

You will drive engineering documentation, testing, data analysis, and design iterations, while coordinating with suppliers and partners to meet performance, manufacturability, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering, or another related engineering or technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace mechanical and structural design or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous activities, priorities, and workstreams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with mechanical testing and instrumentation.
• Familiarization with composite part design.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of actions and follow through to completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard engineering/project-management tools.
• This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of new products, components, and technologies from concept to commercialization.
• Conduct research to identify technical solutions, emerging technologies, and opportunities for innovation.
• Create prototypes, run experiments, and perform testing to validate design assumptions and meet performance requirements.
• Develop detailed engineering documentation, including specifications, CAD models, drawings, test plans, and reports.
• Analyze data, interpret test results, and iterate designs using engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, regulatory compliance, and cost effectiveness.
• Define technology roadmaps, product development strategies and long-term R&D initiatives.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, materials, and manufacturing processes for new designs.
• Communicate project status, risks, and technical insights to stakeholders at all levels.
• Coordinate project meetings, planning sessions, and technical reviews.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, competitive technologies, and engineering advancements.

Skills

Aerospace design

Mechanical design

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

MS Excel/Office

Export control awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Materials/Manufacturing Engineering

5+ years aerospace mechanical/structural design

Tools

CATIA

CAD software

Job description

ST Engineering MRAS seeks a Lead Engineer - Research and Development to conceptualize and develop innovative aero/structural technologies from concept to prototype and product launch. You will work with product, manufacturing, testing, and quality teams to ensure successful integration of new concepts.

You will drive engineering documentation, testing, data analysis, and design iterations, while coordinating with suppliers and partners to meet performance, manufacturability, and regulatory