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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Associate Mechanical Engineering — Sustainment to support aircraft maintenance, modification, and repair activities in Greenville, TX. This role works under guidance from more experienced engineers to evaluate discrepant conditions, interpret technical data, and develop basic engineering dispositions that help maintain production flow and aircraft integrity.

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What You’ll Do

• Support evaluation of nonconforming conditions and recommend engineering dispositions for MRB (Material Review Board) decisions.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and technical documentation.
• Assist Manufacturing, Quality, Design Engineering, and Program teams to transition designs into production and to resolve production or sustainment issues.
• Help troubleshoot mechanical and structural problems on aircraft systems and installations.
• Contribute to engineering documentation, reports, and technical communication.
• Support off-shift or overtime work as required to meet program schedules.
• Safely board and move within aircraft hangars, flight lines, and confined aircraft spaces while using required safety gear.

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Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM discipline — or completed a Bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months.
• Basic understanding of mechanical or aerospace engineering principles applied to aircraft structures, systems, or installations.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and follow specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and willingness to learn from mentorship.
• Willingness and ability to work in production and hangar environments, including restricted aircraft areas.
• Ability to support occasional off-shift or overtime work when program demands require.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Coursework or internship experience related to aircraft structures, manufacturing, or sustainment.
• Familiarity with MRB processes, production troubleshooting, or quality systems.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing or maintenance environments.

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Employment type: Full-time
• Estimated annual salary (source estimate): $68,246 per year

(Note: salary shown is an estimate from the original posting. Final compensation will be confirmed by Confidential Client.)

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Location & Other Requirements

• Location: Greenville, TX (on-site)
• Some positions may require the ability to obtain a security clearance; conditional offers may be subject to government security investigations.
• Confidential Client may conduct background checks and pre-employment substance testing where permitted by law.
• Confidential Client is an E-Verify employer where applicable.

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Why Apply

This role is a hands-on entry point into aircraft sustainment engineering where you’ll develop technical decision-making skills, cross-functional collaboration experience, and receive mentorship from experienced engineers. Ideal for recent graduates or soon-to-be graduates looking to launch a career in aerospace/mechanical engineering.

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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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