Mechanical Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Summary

Join ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company providing solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. This role focuses on improving mechanical workflows and engineering processes for ground test programs within the Aerospace Ground Test Engineering team. You will lead design process improvements, collaborate with other teams to streamline data access, develop and maintain CAD models, coordinate with other engineers, integrate composite material considerations, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards. The position requires U.S. citizenship due to access to export-controlled information. ALTEN offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off; and paid parental leave.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required: This position requires access to export-controlled information under U.S. law. Only U.S. citizens are eligible in accordance with ITAR/EAR regulations
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in Aerospace or Defense
• Proficiency in NX, AutoCAD and engineering documentation tools
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated experience with composite materials and design for manufacturability
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a focus on process efficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead design process improvements for ground test equipment and tooling
• Collaborate with Design and Technical Writing teams to streamline data access and documentation workflows
• Develop and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, and specifications using tools such as NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, or AutoCAD
• Coordinate with systems, instrumentation, and manufacturing engineers to ensure designs meet test and operational requirements
• Integrate composite material considerations into fixture and tooling designs, including layup strategies and bonding interfaces
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, safety protocols, and quality assurance requirements

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Mentorship to help you take your career to the next level