Mechanisms Engineer (Aerospace) - Lanham, MD
Zachary Piper Solutions · Lanham, MD · Today
Engineering$90k–$140k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical systems and mechanisms, performing trade studies and engineering analyses to optimize performance, reliability, and manufacturability
- Create detailed mechanical designs, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation in accordance with engineering standards and program requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support hardware integration, assembly, verification, and testing activities
- Work with external suppliers and vendors to define technical requirements, review designs, and monitor development progress
- Support environmental and qualification testing including vibration, thermal, and other performance evaluations while analyzing and documenting results
- Investigate hardware anomalies, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve system performance and reliability
- Define and validate mechanical interfaces between components and subsystems
- Present technical data, design updates, and test results during internal and customer design reviews
- Identify opportunities for design innovation, process improvements, and implementation of new technologies
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, mechanical design, or hardware development supporting complex systems
- Familiarity with engineering analysis methods including finite element analysis (FEA)
- Experience with PLM/PDM systems and engineering documentation management
- Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, manufacturing processes, product development, and system integration
- Experience supporting hardware through the full product lifecycle from design through testing and delivery preferred
- Aerospace, space systems, defense, or other high-performance industry experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline, Advanced degree preferred
Compensation
Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000 depending on experience
+ RSUs
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO (unlimited after 90 days), Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays
Clearance Level
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Location
100% onsite in Lanham, MD