Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical EngineerJob Description This role involves performing mechanical analysis, CAD design, and testing of complex materials and structural components within missile system products. The candidate will utilize advanced structural and product design engineering software tools, including Siemens NX, to develop and improve upon previous successful designs. A thorough understanding of GD&T principles and their application to designs is essential. Responsibilities + Apply engineering principles to adapt or improve upon heritage features from previous designs. + Perform engineering design, development, analysis, and test activities for assigned projects. + Develop test programs to evaluate system elements such as materials and structural components. + Manage test activities and test article fabrication, documenting results accurately. + Communicate project status, analysis, and test results through written reports and presentations to internal and external customers. Essential Skills + Proficient in mechanical design and CAD software, preferably Siemens NX and Unigraphics NX. + Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) software. + Experience in the aerospace, missile, launch vehicle, booster, or defense industry. + Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 7 years of related experience, or a Master's degree/PhD in STEM with 4 years of related experience. + Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Proficiency in Siemens NX 1946 and Teamcenter. + Active DoD Secret security clearance or higher is preferred. + ASME Y14.5-2009 certification in GD&T. + Experience with DoD programs and related industry experience within the launch vehicle sector. Work Environment The position is based in an office and engineering lab environment with a 9/80 work schedule, which means working 36 hours in the first week and 44 hours in the second week, with every other Friday off. The dress code is business casual. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chandler, AZ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.07 - $62.50/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chandler,AZ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.