This listing does not state pay. Across 247 open mechanical engineer listings that state pay, the middle half runs $112,000 to $152,500 and the median is $129,000.

Listed pay is what employers advertise, not what people are paid.

Mechanical Engineer salaries by state · Check your own pay

How AI is used in this kind of work

AI use among mechanical engineers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for mechanical engineers: 8% (little observed).

Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.

Check how this applies to your own job

Skills this job asks for

Say which you have and which you want to build. We use it to match you to jobs like this one.

Solidworks

About the job

At Hidden Level, we’re building the future of airspace awareness through cutting-edge RF sensing technology. Our mission is to make the world safer—whether it’s protecting troops, securing infrastructure, or enabling smarter cities. We design, manufacture, and deploy advanced sensor systems that deliver real-time insights for defense and commercial applications.

Position Overview:

As we expand, we're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team to help us accelerate our product development initiatives.

Location:

We do our best work together! This role is primarily onsite in Syracuse, NY, with some flexibility to work remotely when the role and schedule allow.

Responsibilities:

Use 3D solid modeling to design mechanical solutions for tightly controlled enclosures and fixtures

Assist with or perform structural, thermal, and other failure analyses to meet environmental and structural requirements

Optimize designs for feasibility, manufacturability, cost, thermal performance, strength-weight efficiency, and ease of assembly

Create and maintain cable assemblies/harnesses and other peripheral interface designs

Solve design challenges using a variety of materials and fabrication methods including plastics, composites, metals, 3D-printing, machining, etc.

Define, maintain, and communicate requirements to 3rd-party fabrication houses and work closely with them through component and product delivery

Perform design verification and integration of new components and support in-field testing

Author assembly instructions and drawings in support of in-house production

Aid with the management of bills of material (BOM) and other production and fabrication artifacts

Review hardware parts for obsolescence and identify suitable replacements

Assist with or provide information in support of project planning, execution, and oversight

What We’re Looking For:

A desire to own project assignments and work creatively and collaboratively on cross-disciplinary teams to deliver solutions that impress our customers and move our industry forward.

An open-minded approach to solving challenges, and proactive development of backup plans to ensure the team can hit the mark even when encountering the unexpected.

A mindset trained on long-term goals and objectives, balanced with making demonstratable incremental steps along the way to meet the pace of our industry.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to efficiently convey complex ideas, coupled with an ability to listen, question, and understand stakeholder needs.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

0-5 years of professional experience

Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling tools

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and overcome technical challenges through teamwork and collaboration

Ability to travel 10%

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the design and development of hardened electronics enclosures

Experience providing detailed mechanical design review feedback

Proficiency with performing thermal and structural analysis, detailed tolerance studies, dimensional fits and clearances analysis, and environmental hardening

Experience with strict configuration management and design control

Experience with the following (or similar):

Design and implementation of radar, communication, and other sensor systems

SolidWorks 3D modeling software

FEA simulation using ANSYS software

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Configuration management systems such as SolidWorks Product Data Management (PDM)

Compensation and Benefits: Hidden Level offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible time off, 401(k) with employer contributions, life insurance, disability insurance, and potential stock options.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is estimated at $82,000 to $113,000 annually. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Hidden Level considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Hidden Level is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Security Note: Due to the nature of Hidden Level’s technology, only U.S. citizens can be considered for this position. Hidden Level Employees must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if required for the position. Please click here to review the National Security Clearance Adjudicative Guidelines.