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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 6+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, product development, or aerospace engineering
• Strong experience with CAD design tools (Solid Works, 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

• 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

• Strong engineering fundamentals and commitment to high‑quality design
• Ability to balance technical depth with…