Senior Mechanical Engineer
Company: Toyon Research Corporation
Location: Timnath
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US
Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required.
Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible. This is an on-site
position located in Fort Collins, CO. Toyon Research Corporation is
an industry leader in the areas of complex space and missile
systems analysis, aerothermodynamics, payload design and
development, and ground and flight testing. Our Aerospace Systems
Group provides innovative technical solutions to support aerospace
programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and their agencies. We
are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead development of
advanced electro-mechanical designs from R&D to production.
Responsibilities Perform design, development, and testing of
mechanical systems for space applications Collaborate with the
Program Manager to define project objectives, timelines, and
deliverables Lead multidisciplinary teams to optimize system
performance and reliability Define system level requirements and
translate into concepts and designs Author drawings, assembly
documentation, and test plans Work in a team environment involving
experts in diverse disciplines (e.g. aerothermal and
thermostructural analyses, RF and IR signature effects of materials
and configurations, etc.) Requirements Bachelor’s or advanced
degree in Mechanical Engineering 8 or more years of experience
designing mechanisms and structures encountering challenging
vibration, shock, and temperature environments Experience with the
various elements of mechanical design and drafting, including
selection of structural materials, adhesive and fastener selection;
AMSE y14.5 and other relevant ASME drafting standards; familiarity
with ISO 9001/AS9100/MIL Specifications as they apply to aerospace
structures Experience using parametric CAD software to create
models of assemblies, parts and drawings. Experience with
SolidWorks and / or Creo skills are preferred, with the ability to
quickly achieve proficiency in both CAD packages Experience
mentoring and providing work leadership to associate mechanical
engineers is desirable Preferred: Experience with engineering,
analysis, and test of propulsion systems Experience with
environmental testing Master’s or PhD in engineering Experience
with SolidWorks, Creo, and Windchill PLM software Direct experience
with flight qualification and flight support Ability to design,
build, and deploy data acquisition and control systems for tests
involving high pressure systems WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE
BENEFITS PACKAGE! Competitive Industry Pay 100% Employer-Paid
Medical Insurance Premium HSA with Employer Contributions Dental
and Vision Coverage Options Paid Holidays Paid Vacation and Sick
leave Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans Employee Stock
Ownership Plan (ESOP) Life and Disability Insurance Paid Parental
Leave Discretionary Bonus Eligibility The annual pay range for the
Senior Mechanical Engineer position is $125,000 to $225,000. The
posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on
annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of
effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related
compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring
objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual
candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge,
skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer
of employment. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Equal
Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans Applicant
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