Title: Dev Engineer
Location: Cedar City, UT (On‑site)
Pay: Starting at $38 /hr
Duration: Contract to hire
Role Overview
Insight Global's client in the aerospace and defense manufacturing industry is looking for a Dev Engineer to fill a hands‑on mechanical engineering role supporting design, testing, manufacturing, and customer engagement for rocket motor and propulsion systems. This role blends CAD design, production support, and customer‑facing collaboration — not a desk‑only position.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
- Design mechanical components using CAD tools (SolidWorks)
- Create, review, and modify engineering drawings for production
- Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting of equipment or production issues
- Assist with RFQs, early‑stage R&D, and transition from design to production
- Work directly with testing equipment (e.g., X‑ray systems, grinders, lab tools)
- Participate in frequent meetings with customers and internal stakeholders
- Communicate technical decisions clearly to non‑engineering audiences
Must‑Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering
- SolidWorks / CAD proficiency
- Ability to read and create engineering drawings
- a range from entry level to 3+ years of post‑graduate engineering experience
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Comfort interfacing with customers and leadership
- Willingness to work fully on‑site in Cedar City
Pluses
- Aerospace or defense industry experience
- Exposure to propulsion systems, rocket motors, or energetics
- Quality system familiarity (ASQ, AS9100, inspections, audits)
- Lean Six Sigma experience or strong conceptual understanding
- Ability to interpret test data and clearly explain the “why” behind results
