Mechanical Engineer III – Design

Voyager Technologies

. Apply fundamental design principles and generate actuator designs .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $103,360 - $155,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in actuator design, performance analysis, and mechanical engineering principles, with a strong focus on CAD design, material properties, and manufacturing processes. Proficient in risk management and reliability analysis, with the ability to develop and implement engineering solutions for complex systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering ExperienceActuator Design2D And 3D CAD DesignPropellant Chemistry KnowledgeU.S. Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Stress AnalysisThermal AnalysisCFD AnalysisGeometric AnalysisPressure Vessel DesignHot Gas Valve DevelopmentMass CalculationsGD&T InterpretationTrade StudiesManufacturing Planning

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Additive ManufacturingMechanical AssemblyMachiningWeldingCastingMolding

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor Of Science In Mechanical EngineeringMaster Of Science In Mechanical EngineeringDoD Top Secret SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Rocket Motor DesignSolid Propellant ManufacturingIgniter Performance AnalysisMaterial Properties AnalysisAcquisition Life Cycle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply fundamental design principles and generate actuator designs
Solve complex design challenges and analyze igniter performance
Perform stress, structural, dynamic, thermal, CFD, tolerance, and geometric analysis
Develop pressure vessel designs and contribute to solid rocket motor systems
Analyze performance and develop hot gas valves and thrusters
Perform trade studies, analyze alternatives, and provide design recommendations
Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD designs, complex assemblies, and precise technical drawings
Interpret GD&T symbols and recommend design or manufacturing improvements
Analyze ceramic, rubber, phenolic, advanced metal, and refractory material properties
Support additive manufacturing, mechanical assembly, carbon composite manufacturing, machining, molding, casting, welding, and manufacturing planning
Produce technical presentations, reports, and user manuals
Apply knowledge of propellant chemistry, combustion mechanisms, grain configuration, and solid propellant manufacturing
Perform mass calculations, support mass budgets and reduction efforts
Develop program plans, understand acquisition life cycles, and coordinate activities
Apply reliability, safety, requirements analysis, and risk management principles

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four (4) to seven (7) years of mechanical engineering experience
Bachelor of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of the degree
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level; requires U.S. Citizenship
U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, protected individual status, or eligibility to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations under ITAR
Preferred: rocket motor design and testing experience
Preferred: Master of Science in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline
Preferred: current DoD Top Secret SCI Security Clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Comprehensive health benefit package
Retirement savings
Wellness program
Various other benefits