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Actalent
Huntsville, AL Contractor
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/23/2026

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Job Description

The Mechanical Designer will provide CAD drafting support and develop detailed drawings and schematics based on specifications, layouts, blueprints, and conceptual sketches. This role involves using computer-aided design software, engineering standards, and established drafting techniques to produce accurate and compliant technical drawings.

Responsibilities

  • Provide CAD drafting support for the development of detailed drawings and schematics.
  • Develop components for the thermal protection system for missiles, ensuring manufacturability at scale.
  • Utilize computer-aided design software and established drafting techniques to produce accurate technical drawings.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and structural teams to ensure units are buildable and manufacturable.

Essential Skills

  • 10 years of relevant experience, specifically piping experience.
  • Proficiency in Solidworks and CAD software.
  • Experience with missile systems and mechanical design.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret DoD Clearance.
  • Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with configuration management software and Product Data Management (PDM).
  • Prior missile design experience.
  • Knowledge of similar CAD tools to Solidworks.

Work Environment

The position is onsite in Huntsville, AL, with a flexible work schedule but core hours from Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM. You will work in a small but rapidly growing company with about 50 total employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $61.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $38 - $61

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