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Mechanical Engineer III

Acutronic Group
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/25/2026

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Acutronic is looking for a Mechanical Engineer III to join our team in Pittsburgh, PA. In this role, you will be responsible for designing sophisticated electro-mechanical inertial guidance test systems, applying your expert engineering knowledge to create precision-driven, high-performance mechanisms. You’ll leverage advanced calculations, stress and stiffness structural analysis, and work with highly accurate closed-loop servo-controlled systems. If you have experience with gimbaled systems and stabilized platforms, we want to hear from you!

Mechanical Engineer III

Your Roles/Responsibilities:

  • Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and rapidly iterate on designs and analyses to support system trade studies, ultimately optimizing the gimbal system design
  • Designs complex electro-mechanical inertial guidance test systems necessitating the expert application of engineering knowledge, including calculations, stress and stiffness structural analysis applied to high precision closed loop servo-controlled mechanism
  • Performs sizing and selection of critical mechanical and electro-mechanical components such as precision bearings, motors, actuators, encoders, drives, brakes, and mechanical stops
  • Responsible for the preparation, review and approval of drawings, calculations, models, Bills of Material, and manufacturing work instructions
  • Apply advanced metrology techniques utilizing modern optronic and laser technology in system
  • Prepare acceptance test procedures and writes systems manuals
  • Interfaces with customers during the design process and provides customer support after delivery
  • Prepare and deliver customer presentations
  • Function as the project team leader and the customer point-of-contact as required
  • Perform duties under limited supervision.

Your Profile/Qualifications/Skills:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university
  • A minimum of seven years of experience in a related engineering environment
  • Experience using CAD/solid modeling tools, Autodesk Inventor preferred
  • MIL-STD-810 experience is a plus

We Offer:

  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k match
  • Company-paid holidays and Paid-Leave Time
  • 9/80 or a 4/10 flex schedule option

About Acutronic:​​​​​​
The Acutronic Group has a proud history of building technologies and teams that are crucial to the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries.

Acutronic’s Simulation & Test Division is the global market leader in high-performance motion simulation and test equipment. Our rate tables and advanced centrifuges are used to test or calibrate inertial sensors, navigation systems, and stabilized electro-optics. Hardware-In-the-Loop motion simulators replicate the flight motion profiles and engagement scenarios of missiles. Geotechnical centrifuges and their related accessories are designed to study the behavior of structures, soil mechanics, and earthquakes. Our vibration test systems (shaker tables) allow users to carry out environmental tests to ensure the robustness or quality of manufactured products. The Division also develops and refurbishes stabilized or gimbaled-platforms utilized in applications such as tracking mounts, gun turrets, and directed-energy systems.

Acutronic’s Aerospace Components Divison manufactures specialty components for use on uncrewed aerial vehicles, land defense applications, and missile systems. These products are used on next-generation aerospace programs and include a range of electric power systems, servo-actuators, micro-turbines, and Hybrid-Electric-Propulsion-Systems. We offer standard products and excel at designing highly customized solutions for demanding mission requirements.

The Acutronic Group employs approximately 300 employees across sites in Austin, Texas; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Switzerland; Germany; France; and India.

          
Acutronic USA Inc.
700 Waterfront Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
acutronic.com
1 412 926 1200
 

Acutronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at HR@acutronic.com or phone 412.926.1200.

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