Sr. Mechanical Engineer

AEVEX; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Professional development funds

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Tampa is looking for a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to design and oversee mechanical systems for diverse projects. The role involves leading engineering teams, managing timelines, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with various departments to provide efficient solutions. Ideal candidates will have 9+ years of experience and strong skills in SolidWorks and AutoCAD. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• DoD experience highly preferred.
• Experience in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and electrical circuit design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for various projects.
• Lead engineering teams and manage project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Strong ability to perform tasks with little or no guidance

Familiarity with 2D or 3D engineering design tools

Strong knowledge of engineering analysis tools

Proficient with GD&T and engineering drawing standards

Strong knowledge of Solidworks

Extremely detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree Desired

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Project

Job description

Work Arrangement

This is an onsite position in Tampa, FL, Huntsville, or Northern, VA.

Job Overview

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer designs, develops, and oversees mechanical systems and components for various projects. Leads engineering teams, manages project timelines, ensures compliance with industry standards, performs technical analysis, and collaborates with cross‑functional departments to deliver efficient and reliable mechanical solutions.

Essential Functions

• Investigates, analyzes, plans, designs, develops, implements, tests, to evaluate military weapons systems
• Reviews and prepares engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation
• Perform system integration, configuration management, quality assurance testing, or acquisition and resource management
• Analyzes designs, develops, implements, tests, or evaluates software, components, or systems related to engineering or functional requirements of military weapons systems, associated support systems, or Leads the execution of complex tasks
• Analyzes designs, develops, implements, tests, or evaluates software related to engineering or functional requirements of military weapons systems and associated support systems.
• Reviews and prepares engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation
• Own mass properties (weight, CG, inertia) and manage configuration trade‑offs to meet performance targets
• Design and support tooling, fixtures, and jigs for prototype builds, test, and low‑rate production
• Apply DFx principles (DFM, DFA, DFS, DFR) to improve manufacturability, assembly, reliability, serviceability, and cost
• Lead design reviews and cross‑functional integration efforts
• Lead rapid prototyping (3D printing, composites, machined parts) and hands‑on integration
• Conduct tolerance analysis, basic structural trade studies, and environmental considerations
• Lead build, integration, and flight test activities; rapidly troubleshoot mechanical issues
• Provide mentorship to other members of the team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to performs tasks with little or no guidance
• Familiarity with 2D or 3D engineering design and manufacturing tools (e.g., AutoCAD, ProE or other)
• Strong knowledge of engineering analysis tools (ANSYS, ProMechanica or similar)
• Extremely Proficient with GD&T and engineering drawing standards
• Strong knowledge of Solidworks
• Extremely detail oriented and capable with working in a team environment

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related discipline.
• Master’s Degree Desired

Experience

• 9+ years of mechanical engineering experience
• DoD experience highly preferred
• Experience in SolidWorks, SolidWorks Simulation, AutoCAD, electrical circuit design/troubleshooting, printed circuit board design, reverse engineering techniques, and Microsoft Project
• Experience with computer‑aided engineering (CAE) and computer‑aided manufacturing (CAM)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full‑spectra aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission‑system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.