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Mechanical Engineer

Astrion · Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

Full-timeOn site0-2 yrs$80k–$90kListed as no visa sponsorshipDefense and Space Manufacturing
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In short

The Mechanical Engineer supports systems engineering processes, including requirement development, analysis, and implementation for complex systems. They also participate in test engineering efforts, analyze system performance, and develop technical documentation and schematics.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

Mechanical EngineeringC++PythonMATLABTest proceduresSystem engineeringRequirements generationConcept of operations

ALSO MENTIONED

Mechanical EngineerMissile Defense AgencySchriever Space Force BaseSecret ClearanceSystems EngineeringC++PythonMATLABTest EngineeringRequirements Generation

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and possess 0-2 years of related experience. An active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one is required, along with U.S. citizenship.

About the employer

Astrion

MISSIONS ARE WON AT THE SEAMS.

Astrion connects mission engineering, intelligent systems and operational capabilities across Orbital, Atmosphere, Terrain, Maritime, Subsea and Cyber.

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We bring together defense technology, engineering and integration to help customers address complex mission requirements. Our work spans digital engineering, modeling and simulation, systems integration, test and evaluation, and lifecycle support for defense, space and critical infrastructure. Mission orchestration connects the work: bringing mission context, data, models and systems together so engineering and operational decisions inform one another. Field experience informs how we design, integrate, test and support capabilities throughout their lifecycle. Explore our missions, technology and integration work at astrion.us. Follow Astrion on LinkedIn and X for company news, engineering perspectives and career opportunities.

INDUSTRY
Defense and Space Manufacturing
COMPANY
Privately Held
HEADQUARTERS
Huntsville, Alabama
SIZE
5,001-10,000on LinkedIn
OFFICES
4 on LinkedIn

KNOWN FOR

Mission EngineeringDigital EngineeringModeling and SimulationSystems IntegrationTest and EvaluationMission Orchestration

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Questions about this role

Is this Astrion role remote?
Tagged on site.
What does it pay?
The posting lists $80,000–$90,000 a year.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 0-2 years.

The posting, in full

Overview LOCATION: Colorado Springs, CO JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: Secret CERTIFICATION: NA TRAVEL: As Needed SALARY: $80,000 - $90,000 Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer located at the Missile Defense Agency at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO. Astrion has worked extensively with the Missile Defense Agency where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.

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Overview

Mechanical Engineer

LOCATION: Colorado Springs, CO

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Secret

CERTIFICATION: NA

TRAVEL: As Needed

SALARY: $80,000 - $90,000

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer located at the Missile Defense Agency at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO. Astrion has worked extensively with the Missile Defense Agency where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 0-2 years of related experience
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

  • Experience in C++, Python and MATLAB
  • Experience designing test procedures
  • Familiarity of system engineering processes
  • Demonstrated analytic ability to comprehend complex systems
  • Familiarity with requirements generation and concept of operations documentation
  • Team oriented, thorough, detail oriented, and organized, with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple efforts at once
  • Superb verbal and written communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supports a variety of systems engineering processes that provide engineering and technical inputs and responses for problem definition, analysis, requirement development, and implementation for complex systems in the engineering discipline required to meet technical requirements
  • Participates in test engineering efforts that develop recommendations and advice on system development, improvements, optimization, or support efforts
  • Analyzes, evaluates and summarizes detailed system performance characteristics
  • Evaluates system software modifications to eliminate causes of malfunctions or changes in system requirements
  • Develops schematics/drawings to depict accurate data flow and ensure required specifications have been utilized
  • Develops, releases and maintains documentation in accordance with company and contractual requirements
  • Writes and edits reports such as evaluation plans, test results, technical procedures, etc., to provide recommendations, conclusions, and other data
  • Some travel may be required
  • Ad-hoc support as required

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