Mechanical Sub-Systems Engineer

U.S. Department of Labor

Mechanical Systems Engineer supporting DoD aircraft platforms at ASI, developing solutions for mechanical system challenges and performing engineering investigations.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40 - $87 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical systems engineering within the aviation industry, focusing on troubleshooting, repairs, and compliance with naval aviation maintenance policies. Proficient in technical documentation, engineering analysis, and the application of engineering principles to ensure aircraft safety and airworthiness.

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Mechanical Systems EngineeringAircraft TroubleshootingAutoCAD ProficiencyEngineering AnalysisAerospace Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Aircraft Hydraulic RepairsAircraft Fuel System RepairsAircraft Fire Detection RepairsBlueprint ReadingFailure Mode Effects AnalysisEngineering InvestigationsTechnical DocumentationPrototypingMechanical Engineering PrinciplesAircraft Airworthiness Determination

Soft Skills

Technical PresentationProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365AutoCADAdobe Acrobat

Industry Keywords

AerospaceAviationDefenseNaval Aviation MaintenanceMechanical Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop detailed solutions for technical, operational, and maintenance problems
Assist maintenance in troubleshooting
The rigging of aircraft control systems
Aircraft hydraulic repairs and malfunctions
Aircraft fire detection and suppression system repairs and malfunctions
Aircraft fuel system repairs and malfunctions
Aircraft pressurization system repairs and malfunctions
Present technical findings to management or team
Ensure repairs are compliant with approved naval aviation maintenance policies
Perform engineering investigations of failed aircraft components and systems
Provide disposition for obsolete aircraft system components
Determine criticality of aircraft system components by performing failure mode effects and criticality analysis
Review technical publication deficiency reports and update publications as necessary
Ensure aircraft operates properly and safely
Draw and read blueprints, give material estimates and time required for repairs
Determine aircraft airworthiness
Apply engineering principles to investigate, analyze, plan, develop, implement, test, and evaluate projects within the mechanical engineering discipline
Review and prepare engineering and technical analyses, reports, and other technical documentation
Up to 10% travel may be required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in aerospace, aerodynamics, mechanical, or electrical engineering from an accredited college or university
At least 4 years of mechanical systems engineering work experience within the aviation, aerospace, or defense industry
Familiarity with the troubleshooting and integration of test equipment, electrical/power, air conditioning, cabin pressure, hydraulics, and mechanical systems in aircraft
Experience in reading, creating, and editing drawings in AutoCAD (or similar CAD program) and work instructions in Microsoft 365 and Adobe Acrobat products
Experience in prototyping and validating installations
Ability to use Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting and 4% discretionary match
Paid leave including PTO, holiday, bereavement, and military
Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
Health and dependent care FSA
Company-provided life/AD&D, as well as supplemental life and disability insurance
TRICARE Supplement
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition assistance and professional development
Bonus programs