Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma
Mechanical Engineer jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, with a smaller but active market in Lawton, anchored by aerospace, energy, and defense manufacturing. Employers with a lasting presence in the state include Spirit AeroSystems, Tinker Air Force Base, and ONEOK, all of which hire mechanical engineers across structural analysis, thermodynamics, and rotating equipment design. Demand is strongest at the mid-career and senior levels, though entry-level openings appear regularly through defense contractors and oil and gas firms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Staff Mechanical Engineer (Level 5) to join the team of qualified individuals. Position is located in Oklahoma City, OK.
Exciting position offers the opportunity to directly work with the Advanced Test and Support Systems (ATSS) actively developing Avionics Testing Solutions and Specialized Test Equipment for the Sentinel Missile platform. We also work on and assist with the USAF and numerous other Government platforms. Our team members complete engineering efforts to solve complex problems and ensure warfighter supportability. The position will research, develop, design, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and products for defense or commercial systems. Not your average mechanical engineer role!
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and define system architecture for new or existing complex integrated test systems
- Coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total systems in a laboratory environment
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Oversight and ownership of engineering design as well as 2D/3D drawing formats and standards for a wide array of mechanical products:
- Product details
- Product assemblies
- Test Bench/Bay assemblies
- Top Level installations
- Thermal Analysis
- Stress Analysis
- Weight Analysis
- Design for Manufacturing
- FEA modeling
- Development and coordination for internal and customer design reviews for the mechanical and system level designs of our products
- Development of supporting documentation (operating / user manuals, etc.) for our products
- Assist in troubleshooting of built equipment
- Coordination with engineering manager(s) to ensure product technical data packages meet project schedule commitments
- Coordinate between several internal and external stakeholder groups (Software Development, System Test, Cyber Operations, Procurement, etc.) to achieve contractual commitments
- Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules.
- Identify program problems and assist in the establishing of solutions, such as allocation of resources, improved processes, or changing contractual specifications.
- Act independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of programs.
- Support process improvement and establishment.
- Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
- Generate reports and presents to Government counterparts, defense contractors, and other cross-functional organizations.
- Provide leadership and mentoring in addition to being an individual performer
- Has technical insight and experience to know if test set-up and results make sense
- Ability to establish and maintain frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts on routine matters.
- Coordinates with team lead, electrical technicians, and I&T managers to complete tasking. May participate, prepare, and present material in program review boards (PDRs, CDRs, TRRs, FRBs, etc)
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in STEM degree with 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree with 10 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD with 7 years of related engineering experience
- Ability to listen effectively, take direction, and possess initiative to accomplish assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion
- Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance & special program access
- Ability to obtain/maintain access to work on-site in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
- Experience in Aerospace or Defense industry
- Experience leading multi-disciplinary technical teams
- Ability to diagnose/troubleshoot/repair hardware components.
- Experience with CAD or similar design tools
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active DoD SECRET or higher security clearance with investigation in the last five (5) years
- Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree (or equivalent)
- Active Program clearance
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Additive Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline
- Experience in Additive Manufacturing or 3D-Print design & technologies
- Experience in an Agile development environment
- Experience in Instrumentation or Avionics Systems
- Experience with any of the following CAD Software Tools and Data Management Products: CATIA, SolidWorks Mechanical/PDM, Siemens NX/Capital, Enovia SmarTeam, Team Center, ANSYS Fluent/Mechanical/Icepack/Discovery, Femap/Nastran/Patran, MATLAB
- Experience in Power Distribution Systems
- Experience with HW/SW Integration
- Experience in Nuclear Surety
- Experience in Manufacturing Engineering
- Experience with AS9100, ASME, and ISO Standards implementation
- Experience with nuclear hardened systems.
- Experience with design for manufacturing
- Fabrication and testing experience.
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis Method and other forms of analysis
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- Consulting & Professional Services
What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical engineer jobs across Oklahoma.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related accredited engineering discipline
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA for design and modeling tasks
- Experience in aerospace, oil and gas, or defense manufacturing environments common in Oklahoma
- Familiarity with ASME codes, pressure vessel standards, or military specifications relevant to Oklahoma industries
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional project coordination and technical reporting
Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mechanical engineer in Oklahoma?
You become a licensed mechanical engineer in Oklahoma by earning an accredited engineering degree, gaining qualifying experience, and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams administered through NCEES. Licensure is granted by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Many Oklahoma employers in aerospace and energy require or strongly prefer a Professional Engineer license for roles involving design authority or client-facing work.
How much do mechanical engineers make in Oklahoma?
Mechanical engineers in Oklahoma earn a median of about $101,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,070 for the lowest 10% to over $136,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mechanical engineers in Oklahoma?
Companies currently hiring mechanical engineers in Oklahoma include Garver, Olsson, and Garmin, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oklahoma's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and midstream energy operators means mechanical engineering demand is distributed across both the Oklahoma City metro and the Tulsa industrial corridor.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most mechanical engineer jobs?
Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Jenks lead Oklahoma for mechanical engineer openings. Oklahoma City dominates due to Tinker Air Force Base and the surrounding defense and aerospace supply chain, while Tulsa's strength in energy infrastructure and pipeline engineering drives consistent demand there, and Lawton sees activity tied to Fort Sill and its contractor ecosystem.
Are there remote mechanical engineer jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they're rare. About 29% of mechanical engineer openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-dependent nature of most mechanical engineering work in aerospace and energy. The roles most likely to carry remote or hybrid flexibility are those focused on simulation, finite element analysis, or technical documentation rather than physical testing or equipment installation.
How can I get hired as a mechanical engineer in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for co-op or new-graduate rotational programs at large Oklahoma defense and aerospace contractors, where structured onboarding is built for candidates straight out of school. Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma maintain recruiting relationships with employers like Spirit AeroSystems and Tinker-area contractors. Roles titled junior mechanical engineer, engineering technician, or design drafter are common lateral entry points. Earning your Fundamentals of Engineering certification while still in school gives your application a concrete edge over candidates who haven't started the licensure process.
Where can I find and apply to mechanical engineer jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to mechanical engineer jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oklahoma openings across industries including aerospace, energy, and defense manufacturing. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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