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About Tiberius Aerospace
Tiberius Aerospace is a cutting-edge Aerospace and Defense company committed to delivering innovative, secure, and compliant solutions for our customers. We specialize in mission-critical technology services for government and private sector customers, ensuring excellence in aerospace systems design, performance, and compliance. To serve our nations with Strength, Honor, and Purpose - forging the systems that defend freedom and shape the future of defense.
Position Overview
Tiberius is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of mechanical systems and components for advanced aerospace platforms. This role will contribute to the development of high-performance hardware, supporting the full engineering lifecycle from early concept through prototyping, testing, and production.
The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including systems, avionics, manufacturing, and test engineering, to develop reliable mechanical solutions that meet demanding operational requirements. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving complex design challenges and working in fast-paced environments.
What You'll Do
• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for aerospace systems
• Create CAD models, technical drawings, and engineering documentation
• Support prototype development, fabrication, and testing activities
• Assist with mechanical analysis including structural and thermal performance
• Work with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful system integration
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to engineering discussions
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical design issues
• Document engineering work and maintain organized design records
Technical & Engineering Responsibilities
• Develop detailed CAD models and engineering drawings
• Support material selection and component specification
• Assist with tolerance analysis and mechanical design validation
• Contribute to prototype builds and engineering test campaigns
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are producible
• Support design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA)
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action for mechanical issues
• Participate in system integration and engineering verification activities
Operational & Engineering Support
• Collaborate with systems engineers to translate requirements into mechanical designs
• Support supply chain and manufacturing teams with component sourcing and fabrication
• Assist with documentation required for testing, compliance, and system verification
• Participate in cross-functional engineering planning and project execution
• Support engineering improvements related to weight, cost, and performance
• Take on additional engineering responsibilities as the company scales
What You'll Bring
• 2-5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, product development, or hardware design
• Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar tools
• Understanding of mechanical design fundamentals and materials
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good communication and documentation abilities
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup or high-growth environment
Preferred
• Experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, or advanced hardware development
• Experience supporting prototype builds and engineering testing
• Familiarity with structural or thermal analysis tools
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, or additive manufacturing
• Experience with lightweight structures or precision mechanical systems
• Engineering internship or hands-on lab/project experience in aerospace or hardware development
What We're Looking For
• Strong engineering fundamentals and curiosity for solving complex technical challenges
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to work through design and prototyping challenges
• High attention to detail and disciplined engineering practices
• Collaborative approach when working across engineering teams
• Ownership mindset and desire to contribute to mission-critical systems
• Ability to adapt and grow in a rapidly evolving technical environment
Growth Opportunity
This role provides the opportunity to develop deep experience designing advanced aerospace hardware in a high-growth engineering environment. The Mechanical Engineer will work alongside experienced engineers and leadership while contributing to the development of next-generation aerospace systems as Tiberius Aerospace continues to expand.
$105,000 - $145,000 a year
Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance bonus
• Equity and share options
• Flexible PTO plus 9 bank holidays, 48 hours sick leave, and 5 days bereavement leave
• Parental leave (2 weeks)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life assurance
• 401(k)

Tiberius Aerospace Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. The Company maintains policies and practices that are designed to prevent discrimination or harassment against any qualified applicant or employee to the extent prohibited by federal, state and local laws and regulations. By way of example, discrimination on the basis of race (actual or perceived), ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law is prohibited. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or need an alternative method for applying, you may contact [email protected] for assistance. Tiberius Aerospace Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.