Sr Principal Mech Engr, Control Actuation Systems
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Systems Engineer, Test Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
The Precision Control Actuation System department is seeking an expert mechanical engineer to join the PCAS organization to support the development, build, and verification of control actuation systems. The PCAS organization staffs mechanical engineers for a variety of roles supporting primarily control section Integrated Product Teams. You will provide various mechanical engineering support as needs of programs fluctuate. Based on skillsets, support may include but is not limited to detailed mechanical design, earned value management, test design and execution, and systems engineering.
You will be expected to flex responsibilities based on the current needs of the organization and their respective skill sets.
Locations:
This role may be staffed at the PCAS location in either Huntsville, AL or Tucson, AZ
What You Will Do
- At this grade level, you will be expected to work autonomously, have expert or mastery level knowledge within the control mechanism development domain, and exercise strategic vision to influence the functional and organizational strategies of the PCAS organization beyond assigned program work.
- The PCAS organization provides ample opportunities for hands-on hardware work. PCAS mechanical engineers are exposed to a variety of lab activities including engineering builds, hardware integration, hardware tuning, and hardware verification.
- The PCAS organization provides a strong technical learning environment with a dedicated control system technology pyramid comprised of engineering fellows. PCAS mechanical engineers are provided the opportunity for direct access to these subject matter experts, fostering accelerated technical growth.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering design
What We Offer
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