Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Our Mechanical Engineers are at the forefront of innovation, researching, designing, developing, testing, certifying, deploying, and improving cutting-edge products and services. These range from advanced mission payloads and electronic systems to highly integrated aircraft and orbital and space exploration systems. You will conceptualize and deliver complex mechanical structures and systems, with technical duties including the design and development of new products and processes throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop new mechanical products and systems.
• Test and certify products to meet industry standards.
• Deploy and improve existing products and services.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Conceptualize and deliver complex mechanical structures and systems.

Essential Skills

• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools, specifically CATIA V5/V6.
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Capability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.
• Experience with Commercial Derivative Aircraft.
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
• Understanding of Engineering Simulation such as Finite Element structural Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Thermal Analysis.
• Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles, including parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes.

Work Environment

The role involves frequently walking, sitting, standing, and climbing stairs. It requires repetitive hand, arm, and finger motions. There is rare exposure to outdoor elements, fumes, hazardous materials, and loud noises. You will be part of a Mechanical Engineering Team, which is expected to grow significantly. The environment is supportive of innovation and teamwork, providing opportunities to work on exciting programs such as the modification of Bombardier aircraft for defense purposes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hagerstown, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $51.74 - $65.00/hr.

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
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hagerstown, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.