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Mechanical Engineer

Company:
Toyon Research Corporation
Location:
Ashburn, VA, 20147
Posted:
November 22, 2025
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Description:

U.S. Citizenship Required. This position requires a current SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.

The position is in-person and not remote.

Toyon is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support a critical infrastructure protection program. In this role, you will work closely with Toyon's engineering team and client stakeholders, supporting the analysis and design of specialized air handling units, development of drawings and specifications, and troubleshooting operational issues. Job assignments include a range of office and on-site work to meet with stakeholders and oversee implementation of government-approved initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years relevant experience

Mechanical system design expertise, including air handling units (AHUs), ducting, fans, motors, and controls

Experience with advanced filtration technology specification and design, including HEPA/ULPA, activated carbon, and UVGI

Application of air quality and testing standards, such as ASHRAE, ISO, and ANSI.

Experience with specialized or high-containment air systems, such as cleanrooms, biosafety labs (BSL), or defense/industrial filtration systems

Field experience in troubleshooting or optimizing filtration and air handling performance

Project management experience overseeing design through submittals, installation and system startup

Preferred Skills and Certifications

Professional Engineering license (active or ability to reactivate)

Knowledge of contaminant capture and removal, including particulate, chemical, and biological filtration media and filter frames

Data-driven analytical skills for airflow, pressure drop, and filter performance modeling

Understanding of vibration, noise, and mechanical balancing in rotating equipment

Familiarity with air leakage rate testing and application in system design requirements

Knowledge of envelope sealing measures and methods to reduce air leakage rates

Proficiency in CAD and modeling software, such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Revit

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

Competitive Industry Pay

100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium

HSA with Employer Contributions

Dental and Vision Coverage Options

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Sick leave

Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Mechanical Engineer position is $125,000 to $165,000.

The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate's education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans

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The application window for this posting will remain open until the position is filled.

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