Senior Mechanical Engineer

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. Provide highly technical expertise and guidance in solving complex engineering problems for C-130 Special Mission Aircraft undergoing heavy depot-level maintenance and modification .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems design and integration, with a strong focus on airworthiness analysis and compliance within DoD or USG ISR/SOF environments. Proficient in developing engineering standards and conducting feasibility studies for advanced technology implementations.

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Aircraft Hydraulic Systems DesignAirworthiness AnalysisMechanical Systems IntegrationEngineering Project OversightDoD ISR/SOF Experience

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringStructural RepairsCorrosion RepairsLoads AnalysisStress AnalysisWeight and Balance AnalysisFeasibility StudiesHardware DesignDevelopment and IntegrationAdvanced Technology Implementation

Certifications & Qualifications

ABET Accreditation

Industry Keywords

C-130 Special Mission AircraftDepot-Level MaintenanceModified Airworthiness Certification CriteriaTailored Airworthiness Certification CriteriaUSG OrganizationsIndustrial Aircraft-Access Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide highly technical expertise and guidance in solving complex engineering problems for C-130 Special Mission Aircraft undergoing heavy depot-level maintenance and modification
Perform all phases of hardware design, development, integration/implementation, and analysis
Plan and conduct engineering feasibility studies for design improvement modifications and implementation of advanced technologies
Develop standards and guidelines for assigned tasks
Generate Tailored Airworthiness Certification Criteria (TACC) or modify criteria in Modified Airworthiness Certification Criteria (MACC)
Develop structural and corrosion repairs
Work in a combination of desk-based computer work and frequent industrial aircraft-access environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of two years’ experience in the design, development, and integration of aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
Two years of overseeing design and development of engineering projects
Experience performing airworthiness, loads, stress, and weight and balance analysis in support of systems integration
Master’s or Doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering and 10 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, including five years in DoD or other USG ISR/SOF Organizations; OR Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 12 years of experience, including five years in DoD or other USG ISR/SOF Organizations
ABET accreditation highly desired
Ability to ascend and descend aircraft crew doors, aircraft stands, flight deck ladders, work stand ladders, and common ladders
Ability to enter, exit, work, and crawl in confined spaces
Ability to walk on wings, in cargo bays, and in hangars with trip hazards, sharp edges, cords, and hoses
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Must wear noise protection and goggles/safety glasses in designated work areas