Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Curtiss-Wright Corporation • Aston, PA • Posted June 06, 2026
About the Role
**Lead Mechanical Design Engineer**
As a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead the design, analysis, testing, and lifecycle support of the mechanical systems used in aircraft arresting and recovery systems. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams – including project management, operations and government customers –to deliver innovative, safe, and cost-effective solutions. You will do this for our existing products as well as new product development.
This role is fully on-site at the Aston, PA facility.
**Location:** Aston, PA
**Salary:** $130,000 to $145,000
_Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer._
**We Take Care of Our People**
As a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead the design, analysis, testing, and lifecycle support of the mechanical systems used in aircraft arresting and recovery systems. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams – including project management, operations and government customers –to deliver innovative, safe, and cost-effective solutions. You will do this for our existing products as well as new product development.
This role is fully on-site at the Aston, PA facility.
**Location:** Aston, PA
**Salary:** $130,000 to $145,000
_Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer._
**We Take Care of Our People**