Specter Aerospace

Mechanical Engineer II/III

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Boston, MA, USA

In-Office

Mid level

Aerospace

The Role

Designs and develops mechanical components, assemblies, and subsystems for hypersonic flight vehicles. Responsibilities include creating manufacturing drawings, serving as the responsible engineer for mechanical subsystems, analyzing components, and owning designs through prototype, testing, and production. The role requires cross-disciplinary collaboration, practical engineering problem-solving, and compliance with performance requirements. Travel of up to 10% may be required for test activities, and the candidate must be eligible to obtain a DoD security clearance.

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Mechanical Engineer II/III

Job Summary:

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II/III to join our engineering team. In this role, you will support the design and development of mechanical components and systems, taking responsibility for specific parts and assemblies throughout the design process. The ideal candidate is a motivated engineer with a strong passion for mechanical design and innovative problem-solving.

About Specter Aerospace:

Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for U.S. Forces and Allies. With offices in Boston and Peabody, MA, Specter leverages its advanced propulsion technologies, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. This open application will be reviewed for roles based in any/all of our offices. Funded by a mix of government R&D organizations and private funding, Specter is expanding its team in preparation for flight testing and full-scale production

Role & Responsibilities:

Work in a rapid
paced environment, designing systems and parts for hypersonic flight vehicles

Generating practical solutions to open-ended engineering problems

Create drawings for manufacturing release

Be the Responsible Engineer for a complete mechanical subsystem

End-to-end ownership of vehicle subsystems seeing them through prototype, test and production

Analysis of components within a flight vehicle

Work between disciplines to efficiently design and optimize novel flight systems to meet internal and customer performance requirements

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
or related fields

3+ years of prior professional work experience

Proficiency using CAD software with a PLM platform (SolidWorks preferred)

Comfort with project autonomy and fast-paced work environments

Strong collaborative skills and a drive to produce quality work

Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles (statics, materials, thermo/fluids, etc…)

Available for up to 10% travel for test activities

Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)

Desired Skills:

Familiarity with GD&T

Prior aerospace experience

Prior FEA/CFD experience

Familiarity with DFM/DFAM

Previous hands-on experience in a technical shop, lab, or a student organization

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Skills Required

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
At least 3 years of professional work experience
Proficiency with CAD software and a PLM platform; SolidWorks preferred
Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, materials, thermodynamics, and fluids
Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
Strong collaboration skills and commitment to producing quality work
Availability for up to 10% travel for test activities
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance
U.S. citizenship
Familiarity with GD&T
Prior aerospace experience
Prior FEA or CFD experience
Familiarity with DFM or DFAM
Hands-on experience in a technical shop, laboratory, or student organization