A Mechanical Engineer researches, designs, develops, constructs, and tests mechanical devices including machines, engines and tools. Works on devices ranging from power generators to household dishwashers to surgical equipment. May specialize in a particular type of machine or tool. May develop new devices or improve existing ones to run more efficiently.
July 28, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled
Position Summary:
Lead innovative product development for aerospace sustainment by combining additive manufacturing, advanced engineering analysis, and end-to-end product ownership. We invite qualified applicants to apply for our Warner Robins, Georgia opening as a Mechanical/AM Engineer. Apply today!
The position is located in Warner Robins, Georgia, and will focus on product development efforts using both Additive Manufacturing (AM) and conventional manufacturing methods. This role supports sustainment activities for aerospace and other equipment components. At a high level, tasks include reverse engineering, CAD design, 2D drawing with focus on application of GD&T, analysis and simulation for selected components. As well, this engineer will be responsible for the overall development effort as a "Product Owner" following all product development process steps for the project and collaborate with various groups for manufacture and qualification test, through project completion. As well, this role is responsible for providing FEA analysis support to other team members. Other efforts include but are not limited to development and delivery of training materials as needed, participate in various technical challenges and team support activities. This role will be working in a highly agile environment and therefore, being a team player and having flexibility, adaptability, attention to detail are key to success.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. BS degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
2. 5+ years of experience working in an engineering role
3. 5+ years of experience with Computer Aided Design software, preferably SolidWorks.
4. 5+ years of practical experience in 2D drawing generation, including application of GD&T
5. 2+ years of product development experience
6. Practical experience reverse-engineering products/projects
7. Familiarity with various manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, extrusion, CNC machining, injection molding, thermoforming, etc
8. Attention to detail and organizational skills
9. Ability to perform extensive research, catalogue findings during development activities, and write reports for both internal and external use
10. Effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills with coworkers and clients at all levels
11. Self-motivation with ability to work with minimal supervision
12. Successful collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team
13. Excellent communication skills
14. Ability to work on US government contract
15. Due to requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen
An R3 must meet all R2 minimum qualifications in addition to the qualifications listed below.
1. 10+ years of experience in related field
2. 8+ years of experience using CAD, preferably SolidWorks
Preferred Qualifications:
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
1. M.S. Degree in engineering
2. Experience with Additive Manufacturing, including print file generation
3. Experience with FEA (ANSYS preferred)
4. Experience with Model Based Definition generation
5. 8+ years of experience in product development
Special Instructions to
Applicants:
To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.
Closing Statement:
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.
