Mechanical Engineer

Overview In this role, you will apply structural and thermal design to vehicle subsystems, driving rapid hardware iteration to enable the fastest aircraft. You will work within an engineering team to deliver producible, integrated systems for high-speed flight, collaborating across disciplines and with suppliers. You will own hardware development from concept to test, shaping trade studies and responsible design choices that balance mass, cost, and performance. This position offers hands-on prototyping, cross-functional collaboration, and a direct impact on mission-ready capabilities. Compensation / BenefitsHealth & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insuranceCompetitive pay, stock options, 401(k), potential year-end bonusesPaid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, generous PTO for non-exemptOffice perks: weekly paid office lunches and stocked breakrooms ResponsibilitiesPerform structural support for subsystems (hydraulics, fuel, propulsion, avionics)Conduct structural and thermal analyses via hand calculations and FEALead trade studies across mechanical, fluid, and avionics subsystems to optimize mass, cost, and performanceCollaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and test teams to ensure producibility and alignment with program objectivesOwn hardware development from concept through fabrication, integration, and testPresent technical content in internal reviews and participate in cross-functional and supplier/customer design reviews Key requirementsBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or physics1+ years of experience with electromechanical design, analysis, and testingCross-functional collaborationStrong communication and presentationCradle-to-grave ownership mindsetCAD (NX preferred)FEA (Ansys preferred)PLM tools (Teamcenter preferred)