Teams at Sierra Nevada Corp

Design, analyze, test, certify, and integrate mechanical components and systems for aerospace and defense applications. Develop test plans, technical documentation, and engineering reports while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ensure designs meet performance, quality, industry, and regulatory standards. The role requires mechanical engineering expertise, CAD and computer-aided engineering experience, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance. Occasional travel may be required.

Develops, reviews, and refines technical drawings, models, layouts, and design documentation for aerospace and defense projects. Ensures compliance with engineering intent, drafting standards, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams, resolves design deficiencies, supports project milestones, mentors junior designers, and contributes to process improvements using advanced CAD and engineering tools.

Participates in a structured aerospace and defense internship, contributing to engineering projects, technical documentation, data analysis, planning meetings, hands-on assignments, and process improvements. Works with experienced professionals and cross-functional teams while developing technical and professional skills through mentoring and workshops. May work in office, hybrid, laboratory, or workshop environments and may handle technical equipment.