Mechanical Engineer

Job Opportunity

Responsibilities + Perform engineering design, development, analysis, and/or test activities to support assigned projects. + Develop test programs to evaluate system elements such as materials and structural components. + Manage test activities and test article fabrication, including documentation of results. + Communicate project status, analysis, and test results through written reports or presentations to internal and external customers.

Essential Skills + Proficiency in mechanical design and CAD software, specifically Siemens NX. + Strong knowledge and experience in GD&T principles and application. + Experience in the aerospace, missile, launch vehicle, booster, or defense industry. + A degree in a STEM discipline with 7 years of related engineering experience, or a Masters with 4 years of related experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications + Upper-level coursework in mechanical design, heat transfer, and vibrations. + Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. + Preferred experience with Siemens NX 1946 and Teamcenter. + ASME Y14.5-2009 certification in GD&T. + Experience working with DoD programs and within the launch vehicle industry.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gilbert, AZ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.07 - $62.50/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 Gilbert,AZ.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 2025. 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. 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, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.