Sr Mechanical Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Dayton, Ohio, United States; office or hybrid environment. Occasional travel may be required. U.S. citizenship is required, along with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Company

hirify.global develops aerospace, aviation, ISR, and national security technologies, including manned and unmanned aircraft systems and end-to-end C4ISR solutions.

What you will do

• Lead complex mechanical engineering projects from concept through execution, ensuring technical quality and on-time delivery.
• Guide the design, development, and refinement of advanced mechanical systems.
• Perform high-level analyses, simulations, and design evaluations to improve performance and reliability.
• Prepare, review, and present technical documentation, analyses, and reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, internal partners, and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers while strengthening engineering rigor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Expert knowledge of mechanical design principles and proficiency with industry-standard CAD tools.
• Experience with Computer-Aided Engineering tools and strong application of core engineering principles.
• Experience collaborating in multidisciplinary design and development teams.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Nice to have

• Master’s or PhD in a related field.
• Experience with GD&T according to ASME Y14.5.
• Knowledge of FEA, CFD, and thermal analysis.
• Background in aerospace and defense, aircraft or space environmental requirements, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience providing technical guidance to diverse engineering teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-focused work supporting aerospace and national security programs.
• Annual performance-based incentive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance, three weeks of paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.