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Development Engineer III

Karman Space & Defense
Mukilteo, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2026
Summary

The Development Engineer’s role is to develop, test, and deploy aerospace and defense mechanical products and systems as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. The primary focus of this position is the development, design verification testing, and demonstration of advanced technologies in support of military and aerospace programs. The Development Engineer III assists in all phases of a program including conceptual level design and analysis, proof-of-concept, prototype hardware design, fabrication, system testing, and full-scale system development.

About Us

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement*

What You Will Do

  • Supports the engineering team while leading planning and execution of testing required for mechanical system development
  • Assists in the completion of client goals on time, within budget and ensuring products conform to the highest standards of excellence in terms of accuracy, completeness, and presentation
  • Leads in test planning and execution: test design and analysis; writing procedures, test plans, and test reports; data collection and reduction
  • Supports business development and project performance efforts to meet customer needs
  • Leads proposal efforts by effectively interacting with clients and internal technical staff to develop needs definition, proposal presentations, and project definition and reviews
  • Passion for the aerospace industry and strong desire to lead in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
  • Mentor and resource for more junior engineers

What We Are Looking For

  • B.S. or M.S. Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent in relevant experience and registration
  • Typically possesses 4-7 years aerospace and/or defense experience
  • Proven experience in leading product development tests, including, at a minimum, leading development testing and assisting in qualification testing.
  • Proficient in the use of data acquisition systems and instrumentation
  • Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies
  • Knowledge of military and commercial specifications preferred
  • Solid understanding of SolidWorks and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, and hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

Salary : $110,000 - $140,000

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