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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Company: Toyon Research Corporation
Location: Timnath
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible. This is an on-site position located in Fort Collins, CO. Toyon Research Corporation is an industry leader in the areas of complex space and missile systems analysis, aerothermodynamics, payload design and development, and ground and flight testing. Our Aerospace Systems Group provides innovative technical solutions to support aerospace programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and their agencies. We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead development of advanced electro-mechanical designs from R&D to production. Responsibilities Perform design, development, and testing of mechanical systems for space applications Collaborate with the Program Manager to define project objectives, timelines, and deliverables Lead multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and reliability Define system level requirements and translate into concepts and designs Author drawings, assembly documentation, and test plans Work in a team environment involving experts in diverse disciplines (e.g. aerothermal and thermostructural analyses, RF and IR signature effects of materials and configurations, etc.) Requirements Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering 8 or more years of experience designing mechanisms and structures encountering challenging vibration, shock, and temperature environments Experience with the various elements of mechanical design and drafting, including selection of structural materials, adhesive and fastener selection; AMSE y14.5 and other relevant ASME drafting standards; familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100/MIL Specifications as they apply to aerospace structures Experience using parametric CAD software to create models of assemblies, parts and drawings. Experience with SolidWorks and / or Creo skills are preferred, with the ability to quickly achieve proficiency in both CAD packages Experience mentoring and providing work leadership to associate mechanical engineers is desirable Preferred: Experience with engineering, analysis, and test of propulsion systems Experience with environmental testing Master’s or PhD in engineering Experience with SolidWorks, Creo, and Windchill PLM software Direct experience with flight qualification and flight support Ability to design, build, and deploy data acquisition and control systems for tests involving high pressure systems WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE! Competitive Industry Pay 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium HSA with Employer Contributions Dental and Vision Coverage Options Paid Holidays Paid Vacation and Sick leave Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Life and Disability Insurance Paid Parental Leave Discretionary Bonus Eligibility The annual pay range for the Senior Mechanical Engineer position is $125,000 to $225,000. The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans Applicant Privacy Notice Learn more about our company in our latest video, We are Toyon. The application window for this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Ref 2645-H

Keywords: Toyon Research Corporation, Centennial , Senior Mechanical Engineer, Engineering , Timnath, Colorado


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