Vehicle Design Engineer III

Specter Aerospace; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Vehicle Design Engineer III to join our growing design team in Peabody, MA. You will own mechanical subsystems and contribute to the development of vehicle components for hypersonic flight, working across disciplines to ensure fit, function and performance.

The ideal candidate has a passion for hands-on design work, a strong aerospace background, and the ability to lead technical projects with autonomy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 5+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Proficiency with CAD and PLM; SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to obtain DoD security clearance (US Citizenship).

Responsibilities

• Design systems and parts for hypersonic flight vehicles in a fast-paced environment.
• Serve as the Responsible Engineer for a complete Specter vehicle.
• Lead preliminary analyses at component and system levels.
• Lead architecture/concept trade studies for vehicle/mechanical systems.
• Create drawings for manufacturing release and ensure system ownership.
• Coordinate between disciplines to optimize novel flight systems.

Skills

5+ years engineering

Autonomy

Team collaboration

DoD clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PLM software

Job description

Vehicle Design Engineer III

Job Summary

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Vehicle Design Engineer III
to join our growing design team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of components and systems for hypersonic flight vehicles, taking ownership of mechanical
subsystems and all up vehicles. The ideal candidate is a motivated engineer with a strong passion for aerospace and hands‑on design work.

About Specter Aerospace

Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for U.S. Forces and Allies. With offices in Boston and Peabody, MA, Specter leverages its advanced propulsion technologies, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. This open application will be reviewed for roles based in any/all of our offices. Funded by a mix of government R&D organizations and private funding, Specter is expanding its team in preparation for flight testing and full-scale production

Role & Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced environment, designing systems and parts for hypersonic flight vehicles
• Be the Responsible Engineer for a complete Specter vehicle
• Lead preliminary analysis at the component and system level
• Lead architecture/concept trade studies for vehicle/mechanical systems
• Create drawings for manufacturing release
• Ownership of vehicle systems
• Perform analysis of components/systems within a flight vehicle
• Work between disciplines to efficiently design and optimize novel flight systems to meet internal and customer performance requirements
• Integrate subsystems into bigger systems ensuring fit and functionality

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or related fields
• 5+ years of prior professional work experience
• Proficiency using CAD software with a PLM platform (SolidWorks preferred)
• Comfort with project autonomy and fast-paced work environments
• Strong collaborative skills and a drive to produce quality work
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects with autonomy in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles (statics, dynamics, materials, thermo/fluids, etc…)
• Available for up to 10% travel for test activities
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)

Desired Skills

• Previous hands‑on experience in a technical shop, lab, or a student organization
• Familiarity with GD&T
• Prior aerospace

experience

• Prior FEA/CFD experience
• Familiarity with DFM/DFAM

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.