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Specter Aerospace

Mechanical Engineer II/III

Peabody, Massachusetts

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Seniority
Senior
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
16 Oct 2026

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Mechanical Engineer II/III

Job Summary:

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II/III to join our engineering team. In this role, you will support the design and development of mechanical components and systems, taking responsibility for specific parts and assemblies throughout the design process. The ideal candidate is a motivated engineer with a strong passion for mechanical design and innovative problem - solving.

About Specter Aerospace:

Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for U.S. Forces and Allies. With offices in Boston and Peabody, MA, Specter leverages its advanced propulsion technologies, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. This open application will be reviewed for roles based in any/all of our offices. Funded by a mix of government R&D organizations and private funding, Specter is expanding its team in preparation for flight testing and full-scale production

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Work in a rapid
  • paced environment, de signing systems and parts for hypersonic flight vehicles

Generating practical solutions to open-ended engineering problems

Create drawings for manufacturing release

Be the Responsible Engineer for a complete mechanical subsystem

End - to - end o wnership of vehicle subsystems seeing them through prototype, test and production

Analysis of components within a flight vehicle

Work between disciplines to efficiently design and optimize novel flight systems to meet internal and customer performance requirement s

Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
  • or related fields

3+ years of prior professional work experience

Proficiency using CAD s oftware with a PLM platform (SolidWorks preferred)

Comfort with project autonomy and fast-paced work environments

Strong collaborative skills and a drive to produce quality work

Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles ( statics, materials, thermo /fluids , etc … )

Available for up to 10% travel for test activities

Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)

Desired Skills:

Familiarity with GD&T

Prior aerospace experience

Prior FEA/CFD experience

Familiarity with DFM/DFAM

Previous hands-on experience in a technical shop, lab, or a student organization

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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