Early Career Mechanical Systems Engineer

Early Career Mechanical Systems Engineer

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

Beyond New Horizons LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an Early Career Mechanical Systems Engineer supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. This Mechanical Engineer will work as a member of an integrated team responsible for maintaining and sustaining the Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

As a valuable member of our team, you will directly impact the ability to conduct ground testing of airframes, engines, or other aerospace systems by executing system engineering responsibilities overseeing installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades of major mechanical equipment to ensure test readiness to meet customer requirements. Systems include large motors, compressors, hydraulic pumps, heaters, dryers, and other related industrial equipment.

• Respond when systems malfunction, troubleshoot and direct corrective maintenance activities (or call in the appropriate systems engineer) ensuring a timely return to service.
• Update and maintain system documentation for systems under responsibility.
• Work with multiple organizations such as design engineering, fabrication shops, DoD client, and other contractors.
• Collaborate with Asset Health Assurance personnel on advanced maintenance plans.
• Conduct and write up system safety hazard analyses and clear work instructions for operation and maintenance.
• Assess and communicate risk to stakeholders.
• Develop estimates for improvement projects.
• Work with planners, schedulers, and craft supervisors to safely plan and execute projects, including maintenance work, upgrades, and test projects.
• Assist craft personnel with troubleshooting and oversee their work; provide technical leadership and guidance.
• Wear company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• BS degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university.

NOTE:

This posting is specifically for those with less than five years of post‑degree engineering experience.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC because of Air Force security requirements.

• Practical experience with mechanical systems.
• Experience reading mechanical schematics and drawings.
• Ability to perform in a dynamic working environment with flexibility to meet mission demands.
• Prior internship or co‑op experience.
• Strong organizational skills to track and facilitate progress on projects.
• Demonstrated proactivity and initiative to drive results.
• Strong technical curiosity and desire to seek understanding.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and confidence leading small teams.
• Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.
• Participation in and fostering a work environment based on openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

• Competitive salaries.
• Continuing education assistance.
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid time off (PTO) and a federally recognized holiday schedule.

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. that provides Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. Leveraging the capabilities of its parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems, along with proven large‑scale government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized high‑hazard facilities.

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, or any other grounds prohibited by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.