Calspan is the premier independent provider of testing and technology development services, solutions, and systems in the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. Our diverse skill set and unique testing capabilities help innovators push the limits of technology to transform the future.

Our Mechanical Engineers design and substantiate aircraft modifications and installations to support advanced flight research projects using Calspan’s fleet of experimental aircraft.  Plan and execute ground and flight-testing activities for prototype flight hardware from concept through implementation ensuring safe execution and regulatory compliance. 

Every single thing we do with our customers and employees is based upon our goal of being selective to join and difficult to leave. We operate with a core set of values surrounding inclusiveness, accountability and innovation. Do you have what it takes to Be Calspan?

Core Responsibilities Listed Below – Compensation and position level commensurate with education and experience.

• Design and support the fabrication, and integration of prototype test articles and other unique aircraft modifications and installations to Calspan’s fleet of airborne test beds. These designs include structural, outer mold-line, and cabin modifications.
• Document new designs by using advanced 2D and 3D CAD tools to create detailed component and assembly models and drawings.
• Substantiate aircraft modifications by performing the necessary engineering analysis activities to ensure airworthiness of the installation.  This includes classic structural analysis, finite element analysis and other qualitative and quantitative analysis methods. 
• Support flight test activities by generating airworthiness documentation packages that include drawings, analysis reports, and test plans. 
• Interact and coordinate with team members of varying disciplines in a professional and efficient manner.

Preferred Education / Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering 

• 5+ years of experience in the design and analysis of structural components, preferably aircraft structures or aircraft mechanical system or; 

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to above 

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:   

• Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software – preferably NX. 

• Experience with finite element analysis.   

• Proficiency with classical structural analysis methods and techniques. 

• Technical report writing – including test plans and procedures. 

• Engineering design process principles, including requirements development, design reviews and formal release processes.  

Why join Calspan?

Be Calspan Culture

At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company’s talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.

Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees 

Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage, Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance.

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications.  Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.