Vehicle Design Engineer III

Vehicle Design Engineer III

Job Summary:

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Vehicle Design Engineer III

to join our growingdesign team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of components and systems for hypersonic flight vehicles, taking ownership ofmechanical

subsystems and all up vehicles. The ideal candidate is a motivated engineer with a strong passion for aerospace and hands-on design work.

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 fast-paced environment, designing systems and parts for hypersonic flight vehicles

• Be the Responsible Engineer for a completeSpectervehicle

• Leadpreliminary analysisat the component and system level

• Leadarchitecture/concept trade studies for vehicle/mechanicalsystems

• Create drawings for manufacturing release

• Ownership of vehicle systems

• Perform analysisof components/systemswithin a flight vehicle

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

• Integrate subsystems into biggersystems ensuring fitand functionality

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’sdegree in mechanical or aerospace engineering,or relatedfields

• 5+ years of prior professional work experience

• Proficiencyusing 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

• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects with autonomy in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

• Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles (statics, dynamics,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:

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

• Familiarity with GD&T

• Prior aerospace

  experience

• Prior FEA/CFD experience

• Familiarity with DFM/DFAM

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.