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VALT Enterprizes, Inc. · 3 weeks ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Hypersonic Flight Development

Presque Isle, ME

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$175K/yr - $225K/yr

5+ years exp

VALT Enterprizes, Inc. is revolutionizing aerospace with cutting-edge hypersonic research and development. They are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer who will collaborate with a cross-functional team to design, analyze, and optimize mechanical systems for hypersonic flight vehicles.

AerospaceIndustrialInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Kameron McGill

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a cross-functional team of engineers to design, analyze, and optimize mechanical systems for hypersonic flight vehicles

Apply data-driven engineering methods to improve designs and overall system performance

Perform structural and thermal analyses, including finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD), to verify integrity and performance under extreme flight conditions

Use simulation software such as Ansys Mechanical or ABAQUS to design and optimize structural components for performance, weight, and manufacturability

Review and interpret CFD outputs to guide design improvements

Evaluate new technologies and recommend updates to designs, materials, and manufacturing methods to improve production capabilities in support of national defense priorities

Support prototyping, testing, and validation to confirm design performance and identify areas for refinement

Communicate technical results, design updates, and solutions clearly to internal teams and external stakeholders

Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design reports, simulation results, and test plans

Provide mentorship to junior engineers and lead technical efforts on complex design challenges

Qualification

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)Ansys MechanicalMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringMaterials EngineeringCAD/SolidWorksTechnical CommunicationTeam CollaborationSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering

Minimum of 5-10+ years of hands-on engineering experience in the aerospace field

Proven experience in a simulation-heavy role, including structural and thermal analyses using finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD)

Proficiency in interpreting CFD outputs to inform design and performance improvements

Demonstrated expertise in mechanical design, structural analysis, and materials engineering

Experience interpreting CFD outputs to inform design and performance decisions

Proficiency in simulation tools for structural and thermal analysis (e.g., Ansys Mechanical, ABAQUS, or comparable FEA software)

Strong ability to contribute to fast-paced, multi-disciplinary teams delivering rapid design iterations under tight deadlines

Excellent technical communication skills, with experience presenting engineering findings to internal and external stakeholders

Self-starter with the ability to work independently and proactively

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top Secret (TS) security clearance, as required by government contracts

Preferred

Master's degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field

5+ years of CAD/SolidWorks experience designing structural parts for aerospace applications

Expert-level proficiency in Ansys Mechanical or ABAQUS for advanced structural and thermal simulations

Proficiency in additional CAD platforms such as AutoCAD or Fusion 360

Experience working with Ansys in both design and simulation contexts

Hands-on experience with high-speed or high-temperature aerospace platforms - hypersonic or supersonic systems highly desirable

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid Overtime

100% Employer paid comprehensive health benefits

4% 401(K) Match

Employee Stock Option Program

Flexible working schedule

Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Exciting and challenging work environment

Company

VALT Enterprizes, Inc.

VALT Enterprizes, Inc is the leading edge developer and provider of hypersonic delivery systems for both suborbital and orbital applications, with a specific focus on the commercial space industry by providing, the currently elusive, fast, timely, reliable space access.

Founded in 2014

Sanford, Maine, USA

11-50 employees