CareerPlan

Design Engineer

Chandler, AZ, United StatesFull-time$67k–$124k2026-08-27 → 2026-11-10
Citizens only

Core

Design, development, and sustainment of ordnance components and systems for mission-critical products supporting the U.S. warfighter.

Role type

Mechanical Design Engineer (Ordnance)

Builds

Ordnance product mechanical designs from concept through production lifecycle

Domain

Defense / Ordnance / Mechanical Engineering

Required skills

Mechanical design, GD&T, 3D CAD (SolidWorks), Engineering analysis, Engineering documentation, Root cause analysis, Configuration management

Preferred skills

Aerospace/Defense industry experience, DFMA, FMEA, Failure analysis, Engineering simulation (ANSYS/SolidWorks CAE), Configuration management systems (Oracle Agile PLM), Machine shop experience

Technologies

SolidWorks, ANSYS, Oracle Agile PLM

Responsibilities

Sustain and improve ordnance product mechanical designs; Perform engineering analysis and create documentation; Support prototype, qualification, and production activities; Provide engineering support to Manufacturing and Quality; Lead root cause investigations and drive continuous improvement; Maintain design configuration management records; Collaborate with Integrated Product Teams; Support proposal efforts.

Seniority

Mid-level (3+ years experience)