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👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client’s Engineering team is seeking entry-level Associate Mechanical Engineers to join a mission-focused group in Baltimore, MD. In this role you will support design, analysis, integration, and test efforts across mechanical and systems engineering activities. This is an early-career opportunity intended for candidates finishing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related STEM field.

• Support mechanical design and CAD modeling for components and assemblies.
• Perform basic mechanical analysis and validation (tolerance, fit, stress/strain, basic thermal considerations).
• Build and test prototypes, collect data, and document results.
• Work with cross-functional teams (systems, electrical, manufacturing, test) to integrate mechanical designs.
• Prepare technical documentation, drawings, and test reports.
• Follow security and program-specific procedures required for government and defense work.

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Minimum Qualifications (Required)

Candidates must meet ALL of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree completed or near completion (Engineering — Mechanical or closely related STEM).
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain U.S. Government security clearance.
• Able to obtain a Final Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance to start.
• Able to obtain Special Access Program eligibility as required by the program.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated fundamental engineering coursework / projects.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher.
• Current/active DoD security clearance (preferred).
• Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) or hands-on lab/bench testing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in team-based environments.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (Bachelor’s): $66,200 — $99,200 per year (range provided by our client).
• Eligible for benefits that may include health insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement/savings plan, paid time off, and discretionary bonus programs depending on role and level.
• Additional pay elements (overtime, shift differential) may apply depending on assignment.

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Work Location & Clearance

• Location: Baltimore, MD (on-site expectations per program needs).
• This role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Some positions may require program-specific special clearances (Special Access Program) within a reasonable timeframe.

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Why Apply Through Careertakes

Careertakes acts as a third-party recruiting partner for this confidential client. Applying through Careertakes connects you to this opportunity plus matched roles in our network. We follow third-party recruiting best practices: clear requirements, transparent compensation when available, and candidate support through the hiring process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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