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Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.\nThis role is part of our Space and Launch business, which has contributed to the nation’s space programs for decades by delivering complete solutions from concept to flight. We enable successful space operations with mission-critical technology supporting every step from first launch to final landing, including launch vehicle subsystems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic and interstage systems, and payload protection and deployment. Our high-performance solutions are engineered to operate in the most extreme environments and meet precise mission requirements.\nIn this role, you will support mechanical engineering activities from concept through development, validation, and delivery. You will design structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems; create supporting documentation; perform engineering analyses; and contribute to manufacturing, testing, and fielding efforts. You will also support proposal activities and collaborate across engineering and production teams while developing your technical expertise and design leadership skills.\nResponsibilities\nSupports the mechanical engineering group across all aspects of design.\nConceptualizes, designs, and develops structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems in accordance with customer and industry requirements.\nCreates 2-D layout drawings and 3-D solid model concepts.\nPerforms engineering calculations and analyses to confirm design integrity and compliance.\nReviews and verifies calculation and analysis work completed by peers and junior engineers.\nLeads design efforts on systems and subsystems.\nDocuments performance requirements, compliance data, plans, procedures, test reports, and contractual specifications.\nReviews designs for cost, manufacturability, and quality assurance considerations.\nCreates engineering drawings, Bills of Materials, manufacturing requirements, and inspection specifications.\nSupports manufacturing, quality assurance, assembly, testing, and deployment of designs.\nProvides internal and external technical support throughout the product lifecycle.\nSupports proposal development, concept creation, and customer presentations.\nSupports bench and field testing of mechanical components and systems.\nMentors junior engineers and contributes to team technical development.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience and registration.\nTypically four to seven years of aerospace and/or defense experience.\nSolid understanding of multiple engineering technologies.\nProven experience leading mechanical design of robust hardware.\nDetailed knowledge of design-based military and commercial specifications.\nProficiency in SolidWorks and strong experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).\nKnowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design.\nStrong mathematical skills and familiarity with material properties, strength, and stress analysis.\nAbility to read drawings and technical diagrams and follow written and verbal instructions.\nStrong computer skills and proficiency with office and engineering tools.\nSelf-motivated, able to work independently with minimal oversight, and capable of managing multiple priorities.\nStrong mechanical aptitude, creativity in problem-solving, and ability to balance detailed execution with system-level awareness.\nExcellent communication skills and ability to support customer interactions.\nA current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.\nBenefits\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) with company match\nPaid time off\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nCompany-paid life and AD&D insurance\nShort- and long-term disability coverage\nTuition reimbursement\nKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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