Senior Mechanical Engineer

Who we are: Fuse builds innovative communications, networking, and computing solutions that improve the sharing of information, video, text, and voice among operators distributed throughout the airborne, maritime, and ground environments. We are a technology firm creating in‑house software, network and hardware solutions that support our noble cause of advancing warfighter capabilities with elegant, user‑focused communications, networks, and software systems. About this role: Do you thrive in innovative, design‑driven environments with a high level of both accountability and trust? Are you passionate about delivering elegant hardware and software solutions designed with the operator in mind and the right amount of engineering rigor? If so, we want to hear from you! This role will support the agile development of innovative communications, networking, and computing solutions for U.S. defense agencies that improve the sharing of information among warfighters distributed throughout airborne, maritime, and ground environments. Fuse is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support development and deployment of our multi‑function network controller (CORE®) and Integrated Systems suite of products. The successful candidate will be a critical member of a talented team of engineers that demonstrate superb technical competency, delivering mission‑critical communications systems and ensuring the highest levels of availability, performance, and security. What you’ll do: Lead a small team of Mechanical Engineers in the planning, design, analysis, and documentation of complex communications devices and integrated systems. Implement mechanical systems, equipment, and packages for electronics. Support the design and development of dynamic tactical communications systems. Generate and review mechanical drawings. Run advanced simulations on complex mechanical components and assemblies. Interact with vendors to quote mechanical parts. Participate in integrated product teams and engineering/design reviews. Support team members in the preparation of detail design, design testing, and prototype fabrication. Support integration between hardware, software, and network systems. Conduct and support test planning, execution, and post‑event reporting. Define electro‑mechanical subsystem requirements and specifications. Conduct research and analysis of system interface documents to define, document, and design system connections and architecture. Manage workflows and task prioritization for junior Mechanical Engineers across multiple projects. We are looking for: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering and 8–12 years of experience. Thorough knowledge and understanding of Engineering Drawing Practices Y14.100 and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Y14.5. Expert capability with Solidworks software, including eDrawings and Model Based Definition (MBD) of products and assemblies Y14.41. In‑depth understanding of Configuration Management practices with Solidworks PDM functionality. Demonstrated experience designing electro‑mechanical systems for military applications. Advanced skills with Solidworks Simulation analysis (or similar software) for Structural Static/Fatigue, Thermal (Conduction and Convection), and CFD. Experience with fabrication methods for sheet metal and machined parts with part finishing (powder coat, anodize, Alodine, plating). Experience in design for TEMPEST, EMI MIL‑STD‑461, MIL‑STD‑810 (Environmental), and MIL‑HDBK‑516 (Air Worthiness) requirements. Experience with additive manufacturing processes. Experience with cable routing in enclosures. Strong technical, interpersonal, written, and verbal skills. Ability to operate effectively in a team environment and independently. US Citizen. Willingness and ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Nice to have: Experience with commercial and military documentation. Experience in writing or contributing to Environmental Qualification Testing (EQT) test plans and coordinating with test houses for design verification. Basic EE knowledge, including manufacturing processes for CCAs and grounding strategies. Experience working with production personnel and creating assembly instructions. EIA-310 cabinet design and familiarity with Navy Environmental Qualification Testing. Experience in system design, testing, and analysis. Experience in agile, professional software development environments using revision control, test‑driven development, and continuous integration. Active Secret clearance. Salary Range $120,000 – $170,000 Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Employee coverage is fully funded; a portion of dependents' coverage is funded as well. 11 paid Federal Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Date of hire through second year: 10 days/year (accrued) After two years: unlimited 40 hours of paid sick leave per year 401k with employer matching Annual bonuses Cell phone reimbursement: $100/month #J-18808-Ljbffr