Hiring: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Company: Concurrent Technologies Corporation Location: Johnstown, PA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:14:56 Target Skills & Keywords : Aerospace Engineering, AutoCAD, CAD, Defense Industry, Microsoft Excel, SolidWorks, Systems Design About the job Experience: •10+ years of relevant experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering, including leadership and strategic oversight. Required Skills: •Lead the conceptualization, design, and development of cutting-edge mechanical and aerospace systems, components, and processes for mission-critical applications such as ground vehicles, aircraft, armaments, and advanced materials. •Oversee the creation of highly complex CAD models and manufacturing drawings using software such as Creo, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD, ensuring compliance with GD&T and DoD standards. •Direct advanced engineering analyses, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), computational modeling, and system optimization, to solve complex technical challenges. •Identify and implement innovative technologies, methodologies, and processes to advance organizational capabilities and meet emerging client needs. •Prototyping and Testing Leadership •Provide high-level oversight for prototype manufacturing efforts, including strategic planning, documentation, and coordination with internal teams and external vendors. •Develop and approve advanced testing protocols to validate designs, ensuring compliance with performance expectations, safety regulations, and project-specific requirements. •Analyze test results, identify systemic issues, and implement strategic design modifications to optimize system performance and reliability. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, or Materials Engineering. Master’s degree strongly desired. •Advanced proficiency in CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD, with experience creating highly complex parametric models and assemblies. •Solid functional working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis and Inspection Software such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, or Polyworks •Expertise in engineering principles, including GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, manufacturing processes, and system optimization. •Proven ability to lead large-scale, multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects effectively. •Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail. •Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings to executive leadership and external stakeholders. •Operational familiarity with reverse engineering techniques, computational modeling, and rapid prototyping processes. •Significant experience in the defense industry or government contracting. •Demonstrated success in mentoring and developing engineering teams across all levels. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!