Structural/Mechanical Design Engineer for future MARS exploration (ES3)

Amentum; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for NASA Space Reactor-1 Freedom studies, supporting future Mars exploration. The role requires meeting tight schedules and working with NASA civil servants and contractors.

You will join an integrated product team to release engineering and production drawings, provide fabrication support, and participate in meetings and status reviews with MSFC and Amentum management.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• MS in Mechanical Engineering is a plus.
• Pro-E/Creo 3D modeling and 2D drafting experience.
• Knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and statics/dynamics.
• U.S. Citizenship and STAR ID are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for NASA Space Reactor-1 Freedom study for future Mars exploration.
• Meet aggressive schedules for conceptual, testing and flight hardware delivery dates.
• Collaborate with NASA Civil Servants and contractors in an integrated product team.

Skills

Creo CAD

GD&T

Statics & Dynamics

US Citizenship

STAR ID

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo/Pro-E 3D modeling

NX knowledge

Drawing configuration management

Job description

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Responsibilities

Develop Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for NASA's Space Reactor-1 Freedom in support of future Mars exploration. Candidate must be accustomed to working aggressive schedules to meet all conceptual, testing, and flight hardware delivery dates. A background in structural fluid system designs; including concepts derived from various load cases, strong statics and structural analysis experience is highly recommended. Project role will require working as part of an integrated product team with other contractors as well as NASA Civil Servants from various organizations and disciplines.

A degree in Mechanical Engineering Degreeor related field from an ABET accredited institution is required. Typically, educational requirement is a BS with at least 5-10 years of experience or a master's degree with at least 3 years of experience.

The following skills are required:

• Proficiency in Creo/Pro-Engineer 3-D modeling and 2-D drafting
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5M-1994) and experience applying GD&T to fully dimensioned production drawings.
• General knowledge and application of Statics and Dynamics
• Must be a US Citizen and have a STAR ID

The following skills are highly desired:

• Familiarity with handling CAD (Creo - additional NX knowledge is a plus) and drawing Configuration management processes
• Working knowledge of typical mechanical design material selections
• General understanding of manufacturability and design fabrication practices for flight hardware.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to better support the customer during design presentations and status meetings.

Work with a team of engineers and structural analysts to release engineering and manufacture flight hardware. Develop detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and provide fabrication support to manufacturing personnel. Participate in task meetings and conferences as requested. Collaborate with outside vendors and personnel from NASA. Develop and deliver reports and presentations to MSFC and Amentum management as needed. This position will work to an aggressive delivery schedule and may require the candidate to occasionally work overtime to meet schedule deadlines.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Office and laboratory environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (40%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).

Equipment and Machines

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance

Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Other Essential Functions

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must beappropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk-hazard to the employee or others.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

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Compensation Details

ES3

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

09/14/2026 - 10/31/2026

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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