Position Overview:The Mechanical Engineer will serve as a Project Engineer, performing the mechanical engineering aspects of a variety of assignments involving the design, development, modification, fabrication, assembly, estimation, and testing of prototype assemblies for electronic and electro-mechanical equipment and systems. These systems are configured in mobile shelters, vans, and other conveyances, as well as highly complex mechanical assemblies, systems, subsystems, and major components of electronic equipment, including antenna mounts, servo-control systems, fixed and mobile power generation equipment, and vehicular configurations. This position also supports other comparable assignments requiring mechanical engineering expertise.
Position Responsibilities:- Manage complete projects of relatively limited scope or portions of larger, more complex projects.
- Use Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software to develop 3D models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and complete Technical Data Packages (TDPs).
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Technical Data Package (TDP) development and related issues.
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on models and assemblies to validate design concepts.
- Evaluate structural integrity, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and overall safety through Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Experience Requirements:- Four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering from accredited college or university. Accreditation of educational institution must come from an institution recognized by either the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher
Education Accreditation (CHEA). - Three years' experience as related experience; additional education (MA/PhD) may be substituted for up to 1 year experience.
- Requires an active security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Physical Demands:- Job requires a nominal amount of walking, standing, bending, and light lifting. Occasionally will be required to climb ladders, towers, or stairs. Must be physically able to travel utilizing all means of transportation.
- Normally works in an office environment; at times in various production shops near and around machinery and materials handling equipment Required to wear safety clothing and equipment appropriate to the area in which work is being done.
