Do you enjoy designing and developing innovative solutions to solve tough problems? Join our team to deliver technological solutions in a rapid and agile production environment. We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineering Lead to drive the mechanical engineering function for a high-priority airborne command and control program. In this role, you will serve as the senior technical authority for mechanical design needed to support the integration of instrumentation for an extensive pre and post mod testing campaign. Responsibilities: • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical engineers supporting aircraft modification, system integration, and test activities. • Oversee the creation, review, and approval of mechanical engineering documentation (drawings, specifications, analysis reports, test procedures). • Guide trade studies, materials selection, tolerance analyses, and stress analyses to ensure optimal solutions balancing performance, manufacturability, and compliance. • Partner with systems, electrical, and test engineering leads to ensure seamless integration and validation of multidisciplinary solutions. • Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards (FAA, DoD, etc.). • Support configuration management, change control, and continuous process improvement initiatives. Qualifications You Must Have: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. • 14+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or a related role. • Extensive experience in advanced mechanical design and analysis principles. • PhD in a related field. • Recognized contributions to the field of mechanical engineering with published research. • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices • Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools • Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams • A proven technical leader with deep expertise in aircraft mechanical systems and a passion for mentoring and inspiring engineering teams. • A strategic thinker, comfortable making high-impact decisions and guiding teams through complex challenges. • A highly effective communicator, adept at interfacing with multidisciplinary teams, senior leadership, and customers. • Committed to fostering a culture of safety, quality, and technical excellence. • This position require the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. Qualifications We Prefer: • Demonstrated experience leading mechanical design and integration for aircraft modification and test programs. • In-depth knowledge of aircraft structures, mechanical systems, and environmental control systems. • Proficiency in CATIA and other mechanical engineering analysis tools. • Familiarity with systems engineering processes, configuration management, and regulatory compliance. Essential Functions: • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods. • Occasional travel may be required. • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. • Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to develop mechanical designs • Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management • Ability to understand technical documents, designs and test reports. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and .