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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.