Mechanical Engineer

Aerodyne Industries is a dynamic, rapidly growing engineering and information technology services firm headquartered on Florida's exciting Space Coast. With locations throughout the U.S., we take pride in delivering small business agility with large corporation capabilities. Our clients rely on us to prepare NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and to defend our nation by supporting the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense.

Join the adventure of a lifetime by becoming part of Aerodyne Industries and work on projects that will define our future.

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of NASA’s ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks support the International Space Station, Exploration Ground Systems, Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services Programs. Engineering discipline is mechanical and focuses on operating and maintaining systems, developing subject‑matter expertise, and providing mechanical lifting and handling.

• Perform mechanical engineering in support of spacecraft and payload processing for the NASA Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle (MPCV), the NASA Launch Services Program (LSP), and the NASA International Space Station (ISS) Payloads and Orbital Replacement Units (ORU).
• Support the Amentum Consolidated Operations, Management, Engineering, and Test (COMET) contract Spaceflight Processing Directorate as a mechanical engineer in the Payload and Spacecraft Mechanical Engineering department that assembles, tests, processes, and supports launch of NASA’s ISS flight hardware, LSP spacecraft, and Orion MPCV.
• Focus initially on developing an understanding of mechanical mechanisms, structures, and system operations concepts.
• Prepare ground support equipment (GSE) with technicians for mechanical assembly and hardware lifting and handling in compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable pressure‑vessel safety standards.
• Apply knowledge of technical principles for ISS and Orion MPCV processing operations, ground‑to‑vehicle interfaces, vehicle/ground system design and operation, and launch configuration and closeouts.
• Handle spacecraft processing, procedural development, test requirements, system training, and task‑leader certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related engineering/technical discipline from an accredited engineering school.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and customer interface skills required.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals, drawings, and schematics.
• Ability to plan, manage, and prioritize multiple projects.
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office products, Internet browsers, and Outlook.
• Experience with Microsoft Office or comparable application, publication, and graphics applications is desired.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary.

• Will be required to climb stairs to access equipment for troubleshooting.
• Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other specialized personal protective equipment.
• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements include sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
• Position is located on a hazardous testing facility and must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.

• Will be required to work inside and outside the test complex.
• Position may require daily travel to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, dirt/sand to access various locations.
• Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary.
• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards.

• Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.
• Variety of equipment used in testing.

• Full-time regular work hours…