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Archer

Mass Properties Engineer

San Jose, CA

$170K - $215K/yr

As a Mass Properties Engineer, you'll be the backbone of our weight and balance programs-ensuring every gram counts as we push the boundaries of sustainable urban air mobility. This isn't a desk job.

Archer

Mass Properties Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$170K - $215K/yr

As a Mass Properties Engineer, you'll be the backbone of our weight and balance programs-ensuring every gram counts as we push the boundaries of sustainable urban air mobility. This isn't a desk job.

Chipton Ross

Mass Properties Engineer 1

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$57.45/hr

Job #218856 Chipton-Ross is seeking a Mass Properties Engineer 1 for a contract opportunity in Chandler, AZ. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE) * Bachelor's degree in Aerospace ...

Apex Systems

Mass Properties Engineer 1

Chandler, AZ · On-site

Job#: 3040356 Mass Properties Engineer 1 Location: Chandler, Arizona (Onsite) Clearance: Secret Clearance Role Overview This role supports the Mechanical and Energetics department. As a member of the ...

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How much do senior mass properties engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior mass properties engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Senior Mass Properties Engineer typically collaborate with other engineering teams during a project?

A Senior Mass Properties Engineer regularly works alongside multidisciplinary teams, including structural, systems, and manufacturing engineers, to ensure that weight, balance, and inertia requirements are integrated throughout the design and development process. This collaboration is crucial in identifying potential mass-related risks early and implementing solutions that align with project objectives. Effective communication and frequent design reviews help ensure that mass properties considerations are addressed without compromising performance or safety. Additionally, Senior Mass Properties Engineers often provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable work environment.

What are Senior Mass Properties Engineers?

Senior Mass Properties Engineers are specialists in the aerospace and automotive industries who analyze, predict, and manage the weight, balance, and distribution of mass in vehicles such as aircraft, spacecraft, or large vehicles. Their work ensures that these vehicles meet safety, performance, and regulatory requirements. They use advanced modeling tools and collaborate with design, manufacturing, and testing teams to monitor the mass properties throughout the development lifecycle. Senior engineers in this field typically have extensive experience and may mentor junior staff or lead mass properties engineering efforts on major projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Mass Properties Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Mass Properties Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace engineering, physics, and advanced mathematics, often supported by a relevant engineering degree and several years of industry experience. Expertise with mass properties analysis software such as CATIA, Siemens NX, and familiarity with CAD tools and industry standards like SAE ARP are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you present complex data and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure accurate mass estimations and optimizations, which are crucial for the safety, performance, and regulatory compliance of aerospace projects.
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Infographic showing various Senior Mass Properties Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.
Mass Properties Engineer (Aeronautical Engineer 1)

Mass Properties Engineer (Aeronautical Engineer 1)

Prolim Global

Chandler, AZ • On-site

Contractor

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

PROLIM (www.prolim.com) is currently seeking Mass Properties Engineer (Aeronautical Engineer 1) for one of our top clients in Chandler, AZ

Citizens only. Due to client requirements and the nature of the position, non-citizens are not eligible to apply.

Our client is seeking an Entry-Level Mass Properties Engineer to join the Mechanical and Energetics team in Chandler, AZ. In this role, you will develop and maintain mass property models for launch vehicles, perform weight and balance analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure critical performance and weight requirements are met.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain Mass Properties Models for launch vehicles and subsystems.
  • Perform weight and balance analysis, including estimating and optimizing mass properties for launch systems.
  • Establish design target weights and track compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Maintain mass properties accounting systems and provide trend analysis for program leadership.
  • Support proposal evaluations, design reviews, and operational documentation.
  • Conduct component weighing and verification to improve accuracy of estimates.
  • Present findings in technical and program reviews.
  • Regular and close interaction with other groups and departments to gather needed information and communicate status.

Basic Qualifications for Mass Properties Engineer:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related STEM field.
  • 0–5 years of experience in an engineering field.
  • Familiarity with MS Office products
  • Detail oriented and able to work with others to get information
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic CAD understanding and usage
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications for Mass Properties Engineer:

  • Active SECRET security clearance.
  • Experience in programming in Access VBA and Excel Macros.
  • Able to work projects and complete on time with minimal oversite from manager and leads
  • Experience with mass properties in a school or work project, including concepts of mass, weight, center of gravity, moments of inertia, products of inertia, and what causes those to change.

About PROLIM

PROLIM is a leading provider of PLM, IoT and Digital transformation solutions to Global Fortune 1000 companies. With 9 global offices in US, India, and Australia, PROLIM has won 30+ awards and proudly serving over 1200+ customers to innovate and improve their profitability and efficiency. PROLIM was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Farmington Hills, USA. With the global footprint and expertise in latest technologies, PROLIM can partner with you to speed up your Digital Transformation journey.