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Assistant Director of Mechanical Engineering

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

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The Assistant Director of Mechanical Engineering will report to the Director of Mechanical Engineering and assist with the management of Mechanical Engineering Projects, management of the Mechanical ...

NV5

Assistant Director of Mechanical Engineering

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

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The Assistant Director of Mechanical Engineering will report to the Director of Mechanical Engineering and assist with the management of Mechanical Engineering Projects, management of the Mechanical ...

SwiftCruit

Director, Mechanical Engineering

Austin, TX · On-site

$180 - $250/hr

As Director of Mechanical Engineering , you will play a key role in the design and manufacturing of our build system -- a proprietary kit-of-parts for building high-quality multifamily housing. What ...

Firefly Aerospace

WI · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

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  • Dental

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SUMMARY The Mechanical Engineering Deputy Director will provide technical leadership for mechanical, architectural, and structural design and analysis of Firefly's launch vehicle and spacecraft ...

Eight Sleep

Director, Mechanical Engineering

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$240K - $300K/yr

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The Role We're looking for a leader for our mechanical/product design engineering team in San ... that have a direct impact on our core business and product success. We are a small team that ...

Eight Sleep

Director, Mechanical Engineering

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$240K - $300K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

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The Role We're looking for a leader for our mechanical/product design engineering team in San ... that have a direct impact on our core business and product success. We are a small team that ...

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How much do mechanical engineering director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for mechanical engineering director in the United States is $173,929.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $153,000.00 and $196,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a mechanical engineering director do?

A Mechanical Engineering Director oversees the engineering department responsible for designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems and products. They lead teams of engineers, set project goals, manage budgets, and ensure that engineering projects meet quality and safety standards. Additionally, they collaborate with other departments, provide technical guidance, and drive innovation within the organization. Their role is crucial in aligning engineering strategies with the company's overall objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mechanical engineering director?

To thrive as a Mechanical Engineering Director, you need deep expertise in mechanical engineering principles, project management, and a relevant engineering degree, often paired with a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Familiarity with CAD software, PLM systems, and engineering project management tools is typical, alongside experience in regulatory compliance. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and strong interpersonal skills set top performers apart in guiding teams and cross-functional projects. These skills and qualifications are crucial for driving innovation, ensuring technical excellence, and achieving organizational goals in complex engineering environments.

What are some common challenges mechanical engineering directors face in leading multidisciplinary teams?

Mechanical Engineering Directors often oversee teams composed of engineers from various backgrounds, such as electrical, software, and manufacturing. A common challenge is ensuring clear communication and collaboration across these disciplines, especially when managing complex projects with tight deadlines. Directors must balance technical leadership with strategic vision, mentor team members, and resolve conflicts that can arise from differing perspectives. Successfully navigating these challenges not only helps deliver high-quality products but also fosters a positive and innovative team culture.
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Deputy Director, Mechanical Engineering

Firefly Aerospace

Cedar Park, TX • On-site

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Re-posted 9 days ago

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Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.
SUMMARY
The Mechanical Engineering Deputy Director will provide technical leadership for mechanical, architectural, and structural design and analysis of Firefly's launch vehicle and spacecraft products. This role ensures consistent engineering rigor, sound technical decision-making, and disciplined execution across structures, mechanisms, loads & dynamics, stress analysis, and integrated mechanical systems.
The Deputy Director partners closely with the Director of Mechanical Engineering and program leadership to support development, test, production, and flight readiness. The role owns technical decisions, engineering standards, change activity, production support, escalation paths and mentoring engineers - while enabling teams to execute efficiently and independently.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Authority & Decision Ownership
  • Serve as technical authority and approver for mechanical hardware decisions, including design changes, ECOs/CRs, and release packages; ensure trades, assumptions, analyses, and test data are technically sound and defensible.
  • Lead and arbitrate cross-disciplinary technical trades impacting vehicle performance, reliability, manufacturability, and certification.
  • Own mechanical and structural requirements, verification methods, compliance evidence, and acceptance criteria.

Analysis, Verification & Test Rigor
  • Guide and approve analysis methodologies and reports, including FEA, classical hand calculations, margins philosophy, loads & dynamics, and test correlation.
  • Drive hardware development and qualification test definition, standards, and guidelines.
  • Provide technical oversight of test operations, including test readiness reviews and evaluation of test plans for thoroughness, quality, and adherence to applicable standards.

Execution Support & Issue Resolution
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Reliability/Quality, and Program teams to resolve integration, build, and production issues and ensure integration-ready hardware.
  • Maintain engineering rigor through change activity, NCRs, RCCAs, and anomaly investigations.

Continuous Improvement & Engineering Standards
  • Ensure lessons learned and test findings are incorporated into future standards and designs.
  • Drive continuous improvement in engineering quality, reliability, cost, and lead-time.

Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to mechanical engineering teams, elevating technical judgment, review readiness, and overall engineering quality.
  • Collaborate effectively with other technical and support organizations to optimize workflow and execution across the company.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Education & Experience
  • B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering field.
  • 10+ years of experience in mechanical and/or structural design, analysis, and qualification for aerospace systems.

Technical Authority & Engineering Judgment
  • Demonstrated experience owning technical decisions, design reviews, change control, and NCR/RCCA disposition.
  • Proven ability to translate complex technical problems into clear, defensible engineering decisions backed by physics, data, and sound judgment.

Analysis, Structures, & Verification
  • Deep understanding of:
    • FEM/FEA and classical hand analysis and verification methods
    • Structural mechanics and load paths
    • Materials and fracture mechanics
    • Loads and Dynamic Analysis and testing
    • Configuration control and compliance evidence

Manufacturing & Materials
  • Working knowledge of composite manufacturing methods, material selection, testing, characterization, and allowables development.

Technical Leadership & Rigor
  • Strong documentation rigor and configuration control discipline; sets the standard for technical quality.
  • Track record of elevating engineering teams through mentorship, technical leadership, and raising the bar on review readiness.

Desired
Advanced Expertise
  • M.S. or PhD in a relevant discipline.
  • Experience serving as a Chief Engineer, technical authority, or structural signatory for launch vehicle or spacecraft flight programs.
  • Expertise in advanced structures, such as composites, bonded assemblies, cryogenic tanks, reusable structures, or high-rate production environments.

Cross-Disciplinary & Tools
  • Strong cross-disciplinary instincts; able to connect structures decisions to propulsion, mechanisms, loads & dynamics, and integration constraints.
  • Strong design and integration skills using 3D CAD software (Siemens NX preferred).
  • Demonstrated experience with industry FEA/FEM tools (ANSYS, Nastran, FEMAP, etc.).
  • Working knowledge of at least one computer or scripting language at a hobbyist level or professional.

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.
Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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