Sr Mechanical Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in aerospace or defense
• Strong proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Experience with rapid prototyping methods (CNC, 3D printing, sheet metal, composites)
• Familiarity with environmental and durability requirements for defense systems
• Ability to work hands-on in a lab or integration environment
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/hold a security clearance

• Experience with UAVs, missiles, sensor systems, or payload integration
• Knowledge of thermal management for electronics and high-power systems
• Experience designing for harsh environments (vibration, shock, temperature extremes)
• Familiarity with MIL standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461)
• Experience supporting live testing or operational deployments
• Background in lightweight structures, composites, or sealed enclosures

• Mix of office, lab, and field test environments
• Frequent hands-on interaction with integrated systems and hardware
•Occasional travel for integration and field testing

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional visits to engineering or manufacturing environments as required.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

M-F, 8-5 -Central Time.  Ability to work after hours during the week and weekends, as the workload requires. 

Note:  The duties and responsibilities described on this document are not necessarily a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the teammate from time to time; and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Reasonable Accommodations  

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Albers Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate.  All employment decisions are based upon qualifications, merit, and business need.