Senior Mechanical Engineer

About Tiberius Aerospace Tiberius Aerospace is a cutting-edge Aerospace and Defense company committed to delivering innovative, secure, and compliant solutions for our customers. We specialize in mission-critical technology services for government and private sector customers, ensuring excellence in aerospace systems design, performance, and compliance. To serve our nations with Strength, Honor, and Purpose - forging the systems that defend freedom and shape the future of defense.

Tiberius is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of mechanical systems for advanced aerospace platforms and mission-critical technologies. This role will focus on designing high-performance mechanical components and structures that meet demanding operational and environmental requirements. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams including systems, avionics, manufacturing, and test engineering to ensure mechanical systems integrate effectively with broader platform architectures. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in mechanical design, materials, structural analysis, and product development in aerospace or advanced hardware environments.

What You'll Do What You’ll Do

Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and structural systems for aerospace platforms

Create detailed CAD models, technical drawings, and engineering documentation

Perform structural, thermal, and mechanical analyses to validate design performance

Support prototype development, fabrication, and system integration

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful system integration

Conduct design reviews and contribute to engineering decision-making

Identify potential design risks and implement mitigation strategies

Support testing, validation, and iterative design improvements

Technical & Engineering Responsibilities

Develop mechanical architectures for complex aerospace systems

Perform tolerance analysis, structural analysis, and material selection

Design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA)

Support development of prototypes, test articles, and production-ready designs

Work with manufacturing teams to transition designs into production

Support environmental and reliability testing

Assist in root cause analysis and resolution of mechanical failures

Participate in major engineering design reviews including PDR and CDR

Operational & Engineering Support

Collaborate with systems engineering to translate requirements into mechanical designs

Work with supply chain and manufacturing teams to identify suitable materials and suppliers

Support integration of mechanical systems with avionics, payloads, and other platform components

Contribute to cost optimization and weight reduction initiatives

Support documentation required for compliance, testing, and system certification where applicable

Participate in cross-functional program reviews and engineering planning

Take on additional engineering responsibilities as the company grows

What You'll Bring What You’ll Bring

6+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, product development, or aerospace engineering

Strong experience with CAD design tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar)

Experience designing complex mechanical systems or structures

Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and structural design principles

Experience with mechanical analysis tools (FEA, thermal analysis, etc.)

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent communication and documentation abilities

Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup or high-growth environment

Preferred

Experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, or advanced hardware development

Experience designing lightweight structures or aerospace components

Familiarity with environmental testing and qualification processes

Experience supporting prototype builds and production transitions

Experience with composite materials or advanced manufacturing methods

Advanced degree in mechanical engineering or related field

What We’re Looking For

Strong engineering fundamentals and commitment to high-quality design

Ability to balance technical depth with practical engineering solutions

High ownership mindset and strong attention to detail

Collaborative approach when working with multidisciplinary teams

Ability to identify and resolve complex technical challenges

Strong curiosity and drive to continuously improve engineering designs

Growth Opportunity This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the design and development of advanced aerospace systems in a rapidly growing company. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work closely with engineering leadership and cross-functional teams to develop innovative mechanical solutions that support mission-critical aerospace technologies.

Tiberius Aerospace Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. The Company maintains policies and practices that are designed to prevent discrimination or harassment against any qualified applicant or employee to the extent prohibited by federal, state and local laws and regulations. By way of example, discrimination on the basis of race (actual or perceived), ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law is prohibited. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or need an alternative method for applying, you may contact jpetrina@tiberius.com for assistance. Tiberius Aerospace Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.