Vehicle Design Engineer II

Role Summary

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Vehicle Design Engineer II to join our growing design team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of components and systems for hypersonic flight vehicles, taking ownership of mechanical subsystems and all up vehicles . The ideal candidate is a motivated engineer with a strong passion for aerospace and hands-on design work.

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. Our Vehicle Design Engineer II will be based in our Boston (Seaport) office. 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 fast- paced environment, de signing systems and parts for hypersonic flight vehicles

Be the Responsible Engineer for a complete hypersonic vehicle and/or major systems on a vehicle

Perform preliminary analysi s at the component and system level

Perform architecture/concept trade studies for vehic le /mech anical systems

Create drawings for manufacturing release

Ownership of vehicle systems

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

Integrate subsystems into bigger systems ensuring fit and functionality

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace 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, dynamics, materials, thermo/fluids , etc… )

Available for up to 10% travel for test activities

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Familiarity with GD&T

Prior aerospace e xperience

Prior FEA/CFD experience

Familiarity with DFM/DFAM

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.