Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineer

CACI · Danbury, CT

Level: Engineer
Team: Reliability
Base pay: $73k–$149k
Travel: 10%
Experience asked: 3+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 17 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level reliability role at CACI (industrial) in Danbury, CT. Design and analysis of potentially high fidelity tooling for the handling, and assembly of mechanical and optical systems.

They ask for: 3+ years
Tools it names: Tooling
Base pay: $73k–$149k
Day to day: about 10% travel

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Reliability Engineer roles in Connecticut: typical posted base $121k–$181k. This one lists $73k–$149k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 9 reliability engineer openings in Connecticut, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Connecticut plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 8 other live reliability postings in Connecticut.

Experience asked: Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

Root cause 33%
ISO 13485 33%
Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 33%
FDA / GMP 22%
✓ Tooling 22%
Automation 22%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Responsibilities

◆Design and analysis of potentially high fidelity tooling for the handling, and assembly of mechanical and optical systems.
◆Write procedures for the assembly of mechanical and optical systems.
◆Manufacturing lead in the assembly of mechanical and optical systems. Working within an IPT, technicians, and being hands-on.
◆Assisting in metrology and environmental testing.

Required

✓B.S. in Mechanical Engineering.
✓3+ years experience in the Mechanical Engineering field.
✓General knowledge of machine shop practices and capabilities.
✓Mechanical design experience (concepts, models, drawings, structural analysis, tolerance analysis).
✓Well versed knowledge in materials, general hardware, and hand tools.

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Job Title: Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity

•To be a part of an IPT in the design, assembly, test, shipping, and customer support of space flight systems.
•Work with various groups throughout the AI&T process.
•Be mentored by Senior level Engineers in the design of tooling, materials, assembly practices, metrology, optical alignments, and delivery of space flight systems, with anticipated future professional growth within the company.

Desired

+A well rounded Mechanical Engineer with good hands-on skills.
+Ability to take direction, and to give directions and work alongside technicians.
+Proven ability to write technical work instructions.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.