Sr. Mechanical Designer
About the job
Job Title: Sr. Mechanical Designer Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Travel: None - * * ## The Opportunity This position requires an experienced designer/drafter to apply existing skills to medium to difficult complexity interdisciplinary tasks.
You will be responsible for producing tooling and related flight hardware within an integrated product team.
It is expected you will work autonomously with limited oversight and be accountable for both space flight and non-space flight development program milestone deliverables. ## Responsibilities - Perform mechanical design on multiple projects through all phases of product lifecycle and take direction on tasks from lead project mechanical engineers - Create part models, assembly layouts, detailed drawings, and bills of materials using PTC Creo for solid modeling and PDMlink for data management - Requirement implementation and minimizing costs - Work with manufacturing personnel to assess and implement design for manufacturability (DFM) into design work - Complete and conduct various program communications such as status reports, meetings, and peer reviews - Execute engineering design changes for part and assembly drawings - Actively participating in project scheduling and budgeting - Validate concepts through engineering models and prototypes - Interact and coordinate with all engineering disciplines to deliver comprehensive design, engineering, and specification packages ## Requirements - Require ability to perform FEA (PTC Creo simulation, etc.) - Require understanding in manufacturing and prototyping in an array of engineering materials estimating with other disciplines a plus Require ability to perform conceptual and detailed cost estimating within engineering discipline, - Require ability to drive projects from initial concept through completion with minimal oversight - Adaptable to varying assignments as the design team grows and client base increases both in location and job responsibilities • - Require PTC Creo skills with a commitment to best modeling practices • - Require understanding of GD&T - Require computer skills and experience with CAD software (PTC Creo preferred) - Require good verbal/written communication and organizational skills. • - Require knowledge to understand the manufacturability of designs • - Require knowledge to plan and prioritize work to meet schedules and quality requirements - Willing to work overtime when required to meet customer milestones - ## A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. ## An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day.
You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. ## A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy. ## Pay Range There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.
Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.
At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. ## The proposed salary range for this position is $78,700 - $165,200 CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
From CACI's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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CACI's space work: Orion and Moon base flight software and space vehicle engineering for NASA at Johnson Space Center, and space systems for the military.
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