19 flight mechanic jobs at 8 companies in Washington, DC

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Mechanisms Flight Engineer
Lanham, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
AST SpaceMobile
AST SpaceMobileNASDAQ: ASTS: Space-based cellular broadband network for standard mobile devices.
3+ YOEBachelor's in engineering, 3+ years spacecraft I&T or flight-hardware experience with mechanism actuation, electronics bring-up, test automation, and lab instrumentation; strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
Python, C/C++, Windchill, Arena, Git, Jira, Microsoft Office Suite, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, digital multimeter, programmable power supply, data logger
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Flight Dynamics Engineer
El Segundo or Chantilly or Colorado Springs or Albuquerque
$110k-$166k/yr HybridFull Time
The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering, physics, applied mathematics, or related field; 5+ years of flight mechanics or trajectory modeling experience; programming skills; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.
C, C++, Fortran, Python, Linux, Java, MATLAB, ASSET, GPOPS-II, SNOPT, POST, OTIS, Copernicus, GMAT, EMTG
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Flight Dynamics Engineer/Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer
El Segundo or Chantilly or Colorado Springs or Albuquerque
$129k-$250k/yr HybridFull Time
The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
8+ YOEBachelor's in aerospace/physics/applied math,8+ years flight mechanics/astrodynamics experience (12+ for senior),proficiency in C/C++/Fortran/Python/Linux/MATLAB,ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance,U.S. citizenship required.
ASSET, GPOPS-II, SNOPT, POST, OTIS, Copernicus, GMAT, EMTG, C, C++, Fortran, Python, Linux, MATLAB, AI/ML/RL
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C-38 Aircraft Mechanic CBA - VX20 Installation And Maintenance
Patuxent River, Maryland, United States
$48/hr OnsiteFull Time
V2X
V2XNYSE: VVX: Provides logistics, facility management, and mission support services.
2+ YOEFAA A&P required, HS diploma, 2+ years aircraft maintenance experience (C-38/Gulfstream preferred), ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance and government flight-line driver’s license, structural repair training, corrosion control and technical publications knowledge.
torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes, sheet metal sheers, NALCOMIS, NAMP, COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2
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Aircraft Mechanic A&P UC-35 Cessna Citation - Andrews AFB, MD
Andrews, Maryland, United States
$52-$55/hr OnsiteFull Time
Amentum
AmentumNYSE: AMTM: Provides engineering, technology, and mission support to government agencies.
2+ YOEValid FAA A&P license, 2 years of flight-line experience preferred, high school diploma or equivalent, English proficiency, driver's license, US passport, and ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
hand tools, power tools, shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, drills
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Aircraft Mechanic A&P UC-35 Cessna Citation - Andrews AFB, MD
Andrews AFB, Maryland, United States
$55/hr OnsiteFull Time
Amentum
AmentumNYSE: AMTM: Global provider of engineering, technical, and mission support services.
2+ YOEFAA A&P license, FAR 65.83 compliance, high school diploma or equivalent, driver's license, US Passport, English proficiency, two years' flight-line experience preferred, and ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
hand tools, power tools, shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, drills, computerized maintenance software, FAA, DA PAM 738-751, AR 95.20
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Senior Software Test Engineer (Flight Safety Systems)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$135k-$216k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: Provides advanced technology and mission support for government agencies.
7+ YOEActive TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph; 7–16+ years of experience depending on degree; experience with flight safety/astrodynamics tools, orbital mechanics, and writing Bash/Python for test automation in Linux classified environments.
STK, ASW SuperCombo, Bash, Python, Linux
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Intermediate Software Test Engineer (Flight Safety Systems)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$104k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: Provides advanced technology and mission support for government agencies.
4+ YOETS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph required; 4+ years experience (varies by degree). Experience with flight safety/astrodynamics tools (STK, ASW), Bash/Python scripting, orbital mechanics, and testing/validation in classified environments.
STK, ASW SuperCombo, Bash, Python, Linux
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Intermediate Software Test Engineer (Flight Safety Systems)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$104k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: National security and mission-critical government technology services provider.
4+ YOETS/SCI with poly required; 4–12 years of relevant experience depending on degree; experience testing flight-safety/astrodynamics tools, Bash and Python scripting, orbital mechanics knowledge, and test planning/validation skills.
Bash, Python, Linux, STK, ASW
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Systems Integration Engineer – Flight Safety | National Security Space
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$104k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: Provides advanced technology and mission support for government agencies.
4+ YOEActive TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph required. Multi‑year systems integration experience in flight safety/space operations, proficiency in Bash and Python, and strong orbital mechanics/astrodynamics knowledge.
STK, ASW SuperCombo, Bash, Python, Linux
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Junior Software Test Engineer (Flight Safety Systems)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$86k-$138k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: National security and mission-critical government technology services provider.
1+ YOEActive TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph required; minimum experience varies by degree (1–9 years). Requires Bash and Python scripting, Linux, orbital mechanics/astrodynamics knowledge, and flight-safety/space-operations testing experience (STK/ASW familiarity).
Bash, Python, STK, ASW, Linux
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Junior Software Test Engineer (Flight Safety Systems)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$86k-$138k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: Provides advanced technology and mission support for government agencies.
Requires active TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph and substantial technical experience (experience-years vary by degree). Preferred: STK/ASW experience, orbital mechanics knowledge, Bash/Python scripting, and experience with RSO/ephemeris data validation.
STK, ASW SuperCombo, Bash, Python, Linux
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Systems Integration Engineer – Flight Safety | National Security Space
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$104k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: National security and mission-critical government technology services provider.
Active TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph required; extensive systems-integration and orbital mechanics experience; proficiency with Bash, Python, STK/ASW tools; ability to design and execute integration test plans.
Bash, Python, Linux, STK, ASW
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Senior Composite Design Engineer
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Axillon Aerospace
Axillon Aerospace: Manufacturer of engineered composite components and aerospace fuel systems.
10+ YOEBS in Engineering, 10+ years composite design experience, structural analysis/FEA, mechanical/environmental testing for flight qualification, CAD (SolidWorks or CATIA), proposal and vendor coordination, and program leadership.
SolidWorks, CATIA
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Mission Performance Engineer
Laurel, Maryland, United States
$85k-$195k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory: Conducts research and engineering for national security and space.
Master's in aerospace/mechanical/physics or related, familiarity with flight vehicle physics, modeling & simulation experience, programming in MATLAB and Python, ability to obtain Secret and ultimately Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
MATLAB, Python, Simulink, C, C++, AFSIM
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Engineering Analyst- Directed Energy (Laser)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$86k-$138k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: National security and mission-critical government technology services provider.
5+ YOE5+ years in flight safety/CA, laser deconfliction, space ops; TS/SCI with Poly; BS/BA or MS/MA with equivalent experience; STK/ASW experience; strong orbital mechanics knowledge.
STK, ASW
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Space Operations Analyst Junior
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$104k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: National security and mission-critical government technology services provider.
5+ YOEExperience in space operations, orbital analysis, flight safety or mission protection; familiarity with orbital mechanics and analytical tools; active Top Secret/SCI (w/ polygraph) or willingness to submit; strong analytical and communication skills.
Systems Tool Kit (STK), Astrodynamics Support Workstation (ASW), SuperCombo
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Mid-Level Mechanisms Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$112k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Technology Service Corporation
Technology Service Corporation: Develops advanced sensor systems and engineering solutions for defense.
5+ YOEMinimum 5 years designing, analyzing, and testing flight‑critical mechanisms for spacecraft/missile/air platforms; proficiency in kinematic/structural/thermal analysis; CAD (Siemens NX) and ANSI Y14.5 familiarity; active DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI; able to lift 50 lbs.
CAD, Siemens NX, ANSI Y14.5, GD&T
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Engineering Analyst- Directed Energy (Laser)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$104k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: Provides advanced technology and mission support for government agencies.
8+ YOERequires active TS/SCI with polygraph, 8 years' experience with BS (6 with MS), 2+ years using ASW, SuperCombo, or STK; STK Level II may substitute; strong orbital mechanics and flight safety expertise.
Astrodynamics Support Workstation (ASW), SuperCombo, Systems Tool Kit (STK)