Mechanical Engineer

Actalent • Bethpage, NY • 4h ago

Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer specializing in precision hydraulic and fuel system components. This role offers the opportunity to work on both new product development and legacy product support for applications used in commercial and military aircraft, helicopters, spacecraft, and turbine engines.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical design background, experience with hydraulic or pneumatic systems, and the ability to take ownership of projects from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

Develop conceptual designs from customer specifications and engineering requirements.

Lead new product design and development efforts from concept through production release.

Create and release engineering drawings, models, documentation, and technical data packages.

Perform engineering analyses including:

Tolerance studies

Structural analysis

Hydraulic analysis

Dynamic and vibration analysis

Develop qualification test plans and test procedures.

Support production readiness and manufacturing implementation.

Serve as the primary technical contact for customers on assigned projects.

Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, test, and engineering teams to resolve technical challenges.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and troubleshooting efforts for existing products.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

3+ years of mechanical design engineering experience

Strong proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software

Experience designing hydraulic and/or pneumatic systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience supporting products through design, testing, and production

Excellent attention to detail, organization, and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

Aerospace or defense industry experience

Knowledge of aerospace mechanical components and manufacturing processes

Experience with qualification testing, including:

Shock testing

Vibration testing

Environmental testing

Endurance testing

Experience with ANSYS or Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics

Experience with troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Work Environment

Clean, modern aerospace manufacturing facility

Combination of design engineering and hands-on manufacturing support

Time split between the engineering office and production floor

Collaborative team environment with strong mentorship and development opportunities

Business casual dress code

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bethpage, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bethpage,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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