Mechanical Engineer II (Aerospace and Defense)

Location: Folsom, California, United States; in-office position. Occasional travel may be required. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance, and U.S. citizenship is required.

Estimated starting salary: $86,141.20–$118,444.15 per year.

Company

hirify.global delivers aerospace, defense, command and control, communications, ISR, force protection, security, and lifecycle management solutions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains.

What you will do

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for aerospace and defense applications.
• Perform detailed analyses and simulations to validate and optimize designs.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and procedures.
• Prepare and review technical documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate mechanical designs into larger systems.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and performance and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; a higher relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in mechanical engineering or a related role.
• Proficient understanding of mechanical design principles and computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices, including experience with computer-aided engineering tools.
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary design and development teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for employment eligibility.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods, communicate technical information clearly, and understand technical documents, designs, and test reports.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience applying and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) under ASME Y14.5.
• Knowledge of parametric design, model-based definition, material and hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes.
• Knowledge of environmental requirements for aircraft and space components.
• Experience providing technical guidance to diverse engineering teams.
• Experience with manufacturing, production, product support, and disposition of engineering non-conformances.
• Familiarity with FAA, NASA, and/or DoD design and construction regulations.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, agile, and mission-focused engineering environment supporting aerospace and national security programs.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6% and life insurance.
• Three weeks of paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• The application will remain open for at least five days and may be extended based on business needs.