General Mechanical Technician

CGI

$58K — $123K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • AA/AS degree in Engineering or related field
  • 4+ years of experience in mechanical design, fabrication, or system integration
  • Hands-on experience with installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems
  • Proficient in using mechanical hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment
  • Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and mechanical documentation

Responsibilities

  • Plan and perform installation of mechanical components and assemblies
  • Support integration of mechanical subsystems into larger platforms
  • Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical systems
  • Document maintenance actions consistent with engineering requirements
  • Assist in mechanical fabrication activities including machining and assembly
  • Perform functional tests on mechanical components and subsystems
  • Support installation and mechanical work at integration sites

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive insurance options
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
  • Paid parental leave
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
  • Wellness and well-being programs
Full Job Description
General Mechanical Technician

Category: Business Analysis (functional and technical)

Main location: United States, Maryland, Aberdeen

Position ID:J0726-0860

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

CGI Federal is seeking a General Mechanical Technician to support mechanical installation, integration, testing, maintenance, and repair activities for complex systems and subsystems within the Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) program for the US Army. This role plays a critical part in ensuring mechanical assemblies, structures, and modifications are built correctly, installed safely, and maintained to required performance standards. The technician works directly from engineering drawings and technical documentation, assisting engineers in design updates, prototype builds, and production readiness activities.

This position is located in Aberdeen, MD.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

Mechanical Installation & Modification
. Plan and perform installation of mechanical components, assemblies, and structural modifications
. Support integration of mechanical subsystems into larger platforms or systems
. Assist engineers with prototype builds, mechanical fit checks, and alignment tasks
Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Repair
. Conduct preventive maintenance on mechanical and structural components
. Diagnose issues, perform troubleshooting, and repair mechanical systems to restore functionality
. Document maintenance actions and ensure component configurations remain consistent with engineering requirements
Technical Documentation & Drawings
. Work from engineering drawings, sketches, models, and technical instructions
. Provide feedback to engineers to support drawing updates and design refinements
. Assist in development or review of mechanical assembly instructions and work packages
Fabrication Support
. Assist in mechanical fabrication activities including machining, cutting, drilling, mounting, and assembly
. Use appropriate hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and correctly
. Support fabrication of brackets, mounts, and structural supports based on engineering requirements
Testing & Verification
. Perform functional and verification tests on mechanical components and subsystems
. Support environmental, structural, or mechanical testing as required
. Record test results and communicate performance issues to engineering teams
Field & Integration Support
. Support installation and mechanical work at integration sites, labs, or fielding events
. Coordinate with engineers, technicians, and program teams during integration activities
. Ensure mechanical work meets safety, quality, and performance standards

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Education
. AA/AS degree from an accredited college in Engineering or related field
. Graduation from a 2 year technical school with certification in a relevant mechanical discipline
Experience
. 4+ years of experience in mechanical design, mechanical fabrication, or mechanical system integration
. Experience interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and mechanical documentation
. Hands on experience performing installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems
Technical Skills
. Proficiency using mechanical hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment
. Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings and mechanical tolerances
. Understanding of mechanical systems, structural components, fasteners, materials, and hardware
. Ability to support testing and troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies
Work Style & Abilities
. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions accurately
. Ability to work independently or as part of a cross functional team
. Comfortable working in lab, shop, and field environments
Desired qualifications/non essential skills required:
Advanced Mechanical Expertise
. Experience working in a defense manufacturing environment
. Familiarity with mechanical modification processes on tactical or fielded systems
. Experience with prototype development or rapid mechanical fabrication
Tools & Systems Knowledge
. Experience with CAD viewers (e.g., SolidWorks eDrawings, Creo View)
. Familiarity with configuration management or work order systems
. Basic understanding of electrical mechanical interfaces
Certifications
. Industry mechanical technician certifications (e.g., NCCER, ASE Mechanical, NIMS)
. OSHA or safety certifications relevant to shop or field work
Additional Skills
. Ability to support mechanical inventory management and tool control
. Familiarity with torque specifications, mechanical tolerances, and metrology tools
. Experience documenting mechanical issues and updating logs or technical notes

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $58,000.00 $123,800.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
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Skills:
  • Defense
  • Logistics
  • Logistics & Maintenance
  • Manufacturing
  • Military


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