Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Maryland

Mechanical engineer jobs in Maryland concentrate in aerospace and defense, federal contracting, and advanced manufacturing, with strong demand from the Baltimore-Washington corridor's dense cluster of government agencies and prime contractors. The Baltimore, Annapolis, and Bethesda-Rockville areas drive most of the hiring, where employers like Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory maintain significant engineering workforces. The most in-demand specialties are systems engineering, thermal and structural analysis, and defense systems integration. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles124+
Top employerNorthrop Grumman
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Cities hiring39
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
Barry Wehmiller Companies Inc
Baltimore, Maryland
Customer Support
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Mechanical Engineer III - Tank Qualification Lead
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Mechanical Engineer III - Tank Qualification Lead
Quantum Space
Rockville, Maryland
Engineering (Non-Software)
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$145k - $200k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Mechanical Engineer - Level 5 - Space Vehicle SE/AI&T Lead - Linthicum
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Mechanical Engineer - Level 5 - Space Vehicle SE/AI&T Lead - Linthicum
Northrop Grumman
Linthicum Heights, Maryland
Project & Program Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$169k - $254k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Senior Mechanical Engineer (MEP)
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Senior Mechanical Engineer (MEP)
Walker Consultants
Rockville, Maryland
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
$130k - $180k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
201-500

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Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
Actalent
Baltimore, Maryland
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$100k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Mechanical Engineer Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Baltimore
20 jobs
Laurel
8 jobs
Rockville
8 jobs
Annapolis
7 jobs
Towson
6 jobs
Columbia
5 jobs
Hunt Valley
5 jobs
Silver Spring
5 jobs
Indian Head
4 jobs

Mechanical Engineer Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Northrop Grumman8 open roles
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory7 open roles
Sargent & Lundy6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Telecommunications
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Medical Devices
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical engineer jobs across Maryland.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
  • Professional Engineer license issued or recognized in Maryland preferred for senior roles
  • Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD
  • Familiarity with defense or federal government contracting standards and processes
  • Proficiency in finite element analysis, thermal modeling, or structural simulation tools
  • Ability to obtain or hold an active U.S. security clearance for defense-sector positions

Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mechanical engineer in Maryland?

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited program is the standard entry point. Maryland licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) is administered by the Maryland Board for Professional Engineers and is required to sign off on engineering documents for public projects. Most engineers begin with the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, gain qualifying experience, then sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam to earn full licensure.

How much do mechanical engineers make in Maryland?

Mechanical engineers in Maryland earn a median of about $122,870 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,670 for the lowest 10% to over $176,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire mechanical engineers in Maryland?

Maryland mechanical engineer roles are posted by Northrop Grumman, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, and Sargent & Lundy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal agencies and defense prime contractors makes it one of the more active states for mechanical engineers with systems or defense backgrounds.

Which Maryland cities have the most mechanical engineer jobs?

Baltimore, Laurel, and Rockville have the most mechanical engineer openings in Maryland. The Baltimore-Washington corridor drives most of that distribution, anchored by major defense contractors, federal research facilities, and the Johns Hopkins complex, while suburban areas like Rockville and Columbia attract engineering roles tied to biotech and advanced manufacturing campuses nearby.

Are there remote mechanical engineer jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they're rare. Mechanical engineering work is largely hands-on, requiring lab access, prototype testing, and on-site collaboration, which limits full-remote options. About 62% of mechanical engineer openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so most listings expect at least partial on-site presence. The roles most likely to allow hybrid schedules are those focused on analysis, simulation, or technical writing rather than fabrication or hardware testing.

How can I get hired as a mechanical engineer in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate position with one of Maryland's large defense or federal contractors, many of which run structured rotational or associate engineer programs designed for candidates with an engineering degree but limited work history. Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin both maintain university relations programs that recruit from Maryland and regional schools. Internships at federal labs such as the Army Research Laboratory at Aberdeen Proving Ground or NASA Goddard in Greenbelt frequently convert to full-time offers. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before graduating gives candidates a clear credential advantage.

Where can I find and apply to mechanical engineer jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to mechanical engineer jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly through each listing.

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