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# Design Engineer - fully remote

- **Company:** MORI Associates, Inc.
- **Location:** North Bethesda, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $149,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, 3d Models, Requirements Management, Simple Data Format, Windchill, Sofi, Creo
- **Published:** June 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/job/detail/87439086/Design-Engineer-fully-remote

## About the Role

Duration of this position is expected to be at least 12 months. Must be a Green Card holder or US Citizen., Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree)

 - 3-8 years of experience in engineering design or drafting within aerospace, defense, or a related industry
 - Proficiency in CREO for 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation
 - Experience producing engineering drawings in .drw format
 - Demonstrated ability to develop and document engineering requirements, Direct experience with passive thermal insulation systems, including MLI, cryo-MLI, or SOFI design and documentation
 - Experience working on programs with NASA, commercial space, DoD space, or other space/launch vehicle customers
 - Familiarity with cryogenic propellant system design and associated purge/vent requirements
 - Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing and assembly processes relevant to thermal protection systems
 - Experience with WindChill PLM
 - Familiarity with design review processes and requirements management frameworks
 - Experience working in an ITAR-controlled environment

## Description

We are seeking a Mid-Level Design Engineer with in-depth CREO knowledge to support passive thermal systems on cutting-edge aerospace programs. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, modeling, and documentation of passive thermal insulation systems, including Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI), cryogenic MLI (cryo-MLI), and Spray-On Foam Insulation (SOFI). You will work cross-functionally with thermal and structures engineering teams and interface directly with program stakeholders to deliver high-quality, review-ready drawings and documentation that meet program requirements. Experience with thermal systems is strongly preferred; candidates with a strong general design and drafting background and a willingness to develop thermal domain knowledge will also be considered.

3D & 2D Thermal Insulation Design and Modeling

 - Develop complete 3D and 2D models and engineering drawings for passive thermal insulation systems using CREO
 - Produce drawings in .CATDrawing or .drw file formats in accordance with program standards
 - Support design of MLI blanket flat patterns, layup stackups, and installation details for cylindrical and complex geometries
 - Support cryo-MLI drawings, including purge provisions, perforated layer callouts, and cryogenic material specifications
 - Support SOFI drawings, including coverage maps, thickness callouts by zone, ramp and transition geometry, and application sequence details
 - Ensure all models and drawings are fully complete and ready for peer review and final approval prior to submission
 - Incorporate review feedback and manage drawing revisions, Mechanical Design Engineer 2 - $130,000 to $149.000/year
Mechanical Design Engineer 3 - $150,000 to $179.000/year
Work Environment

This position may require on-site presence at customers or manufacturing facilities. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain any necessary facility access credentials. Some travel may be required.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

MORI is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer and complies with E-Verify.
MORI shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


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