Jr. Mechanical Engineer

Jr. Mechanical Engineer Location: Indian Head, MD Department: Engineering Services Type: Full Time Min. Experience: Entry Level Salary Range: $86,000 to $100,000 USD per year Advanced Technology & Research Corporation ( is seeking to fill the following full-time permanent position. Based in Maryland and incorporated in 1973, ATR is an equal-opportunity engineering company with a solid reputation in various engineering disciplines for the government and Fortune 500 commercial customers. Salary for the position is competitive according to qualifications. ATR offers an attractive comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Dental insurances, free basic life/ADD, and long-term and short-term disability insurances, 401(k) plan, educational assistance program, and 5 weeks of paid leave per year for minimum seniority. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Qualified persons should apply at:

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful applicant will join ATR's Engineering Services Division, working as a Jr. Mechanical engineer at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division, Indian Head, MD. You'll have an opportunity to work on world-class military programs that support the US Navy's Warfare technology as part of the Warhead Technology Branch. The applicant shall work with the Engineering team as part of an integrated product team. This role primarily consists of providing mechanical engineering support for Warhead products. Other duties include, but not limited to: Provide technical support on various engineering projects alone and as part of an engineering team Provide mechanical design support for warhead components and safety Conduct research and analysis Participate and contribute to the team in developing project plans, testing plans, and for writing and briefing progress and results to upper management and sponsors The applicant shall work on site with the Engineering team with some off-site work from home available on a weekly basis

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Internship experience with the Navy or other DoD laboratories is a plus.

SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS:

Experience with SOLIDWORKS, Creo, AutoCAD, Power Point, MS Word & Excel Background/experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as ANSYS Experience using solid modeling, analysis, and evaluation of structural/component design Experience with developing technical solutions based on analysis or testing Experience with Additive manufacturing/3D printing and mechanical tools Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing A self-starter able to work on tasks individually or as part of a small technical team Some minimal travel may be required

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance or favorable adjudication of a national security background investigation. Current successful background investigation completion is a plus.