Early Career Mechanical Systems Engineer (Multiple Openings) Beyond Horizons paid time off, 401(k) 100 Kindel Dr. (Show on map) Aug 22, 2026 Early Career Mechanical Systems Engineer (Multiple Openings)
Job Locations US-TN-Arnold AFB Requisition Number 2026-24504
Grade 06: $74,800•$97,500; Grade 07: $79,800•$113,600 / year Overview Beyond Horizons, LLC (BNH) has multiple openings for Mechanical Systems Engineers supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract in various ground test and plant facilities at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold AFB, TN. These mechanical engineers will be working as part of an integrated team responsible for maintaining and sustaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts. Open to internal and external candidates.
Job Summary NOTE:
This posting is specifically for those with less than 5 years' of post degree engineering experience.
As a valuable member of our team, you would directly impact the ability to conduct ground testing of airframes, engines, or other aerospace systems by executing system engineering responsibilities overseeing installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades of major mechanical equipment to ensure test readiness to meet customers' requirements. These systems could be large motors, compressors, hydraulic pumps, heaters, dryers, and other related industrial equipment.
Job Duties:
Some of the specific duties of a mechanical systems engineer include: Under the direction of a more senior engineer: Respond when systems malfunction, troubleshooting and directing corrective maintenance activities (or calling in the appropriate systems engineer for additional support) ensuring a timely return to service
Update and maintain system documentation for systems of responsibility
Work with multiple organizations such as design engineering, fabrication shops, DoD client, and other contractors
Develop with Asset Health Assurance personnel advanced maintenance plans
Conduct and write up system safety hazard analyses and write clear work instructions for operation and maintenance
Assess and communicate risks to stakeholders
Develop estimates for improvement projects
Work with planners, schedulers, and craft supervisors to safely plan and execute projects including maintenance work, upgrades, and test projects
Assist craft personnel with troubleshooting and overseeing their work; provide technical leadership and guidance
It is a condition of employment to wear company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy
Perform other related duties as required
Basic Qualifications:
BS degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university
Grade 06: 0 years of experience
Grade 07: A minimum of 2 years' engineering experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network
Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC, we will sponsor your clearance Preferred Qualifications Practical experience in reading mechanical schematics and drawings and working with mechanical systems
Ability to perform in a dynamic working environment with flexibility to meet mission demands
Prior internship or co-op experience
Strong organizational skills to track and facilitate progress on projects
Demonstrated proactiveness and initiative to drive to results
Exhibits strong level of technical curiosity and desire to seek understanding
Strong interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communications skills, and confidence leading small teams
Participates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction
Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance What We Offer Competitive salaries
Continuing education assistance
Multiple healthcare benefits packages
401K with employer matching
Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule Who We Are Beyond Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC's rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC's Toward Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC's capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities. Join our Team! U.S. Citizenship is required. At this time BNH will not sponsor any applicants for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1b, F1 OPT, F-1 STEM
OPT, F-1
CPT, J-1, E-2, E-3, L-1, or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer). The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations and refers to the amount BNH is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time jobs will be adjusted based upon the number of hours agreed to work. Grade 06: $74,000•$96,000; Grade 07: $78,000•$111,000 / year at location Arnold
AFB, TN BNH
is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training
