Junior Project Engineer

Job Title: Junior Project Engineer
Pay Rate: $78,000k/yr 
Location:  Milford, CT 06460 
Duration: Permanent, Direct-Hire
Shift: M-F, 1st Shift


Job Description:
Junior Project Engineer
Entry-Level | Aerospace Manufacturing

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented, entry-level Project Engineer to join our AS9100 aerospace design and manufacturing team. We specialize in high-precision components for space, defense, and commercial applications, with a primary focus on life-support hardware and systems that support NASA’s upcoming planetary exploration of the Lunar and Martian surfaces.

This is an all-encompassing role that spans the full product lifecycle: customer requirement decomposition, design, development, certification, manufacturing support, assembly & test, and recurring field support. It is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who is passionate about aerospace manufacturing and wants hands-on involvement with mission-critical hardware.

Key Responsibilities
• Apply engineering knowledge to support the design of life-support hardware and systems, including CAD solid modeling, analysis, drafting, and configuration management.
• Provide engineering support to Assembly & Test; analyze test results against design specifications and objectives, and recommend or implement adjustments as needed.
• Support Production, Purchasing, and Quality departments and collaborate closely with other engineers across the organization.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute design trades and analyses; prepare and present final reports.
• Conduct materials research and assist in the development of material specifications.
• Generate and maintain engineering documentation including drawings, 3D models, Bills of Material, fabrication and test plans/procedures.
• Provide engineering recommendations to support company objectives, policies, and process specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related engineering field.
• Entry-level candidates (new graduates or those with limited professional experience) are encouraged to apply.

Skills & Abilities
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (or similar CAD software) and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and engineering drawing standards.
• Exposure to AS9100 quality management systems or aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Coursework or experience with pressure systems, fluid mechanics, or life-support related technologies.
• Experience with configuration management or product data management (PDM) tools.
• Interest in or prior exposure to NASA, defense, or spaceflight programs.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
• Frequent desk-based computer work interspersed with time on the manufacturing floor and in the clean room.
• Extended periods working in a clean-room environment while wearing provided clean-rated apparel (smock, hair/shoe covers, gloves, etc.).
• Ability to operate pressure systems and test equipment, and to use hand tools for assembly and testing of pressure-suit hardware.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity sufficient for detailed work with small hardware, blueprints, and magnification devices.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks requiring sustained mental concentration.
• Some areas of the facility are not climate-controlled.
• Occasional travel to customer sites, conferences, vendors, and suppliers may be required.

Additional Requirements
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening (THC is excluded from testing).
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required due to the nature of the work and customer base.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to hardware that will support humanity’s return to the Moon and eventual exploration of Mars.