Mechanical Engineering Branch Manager

Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Leidos’ Defense Systems is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineering Branch Manager for its hypersonics line of business. The selected candidate will support the Common Hypersonic Glide Body program (CHGB), the Army’s #1 priority for strategic weapons capability for long‑range precision fires. Primary Responsibilities Serve as the Mechanical Engineering Branch Manager overseeing and leading a team of analysts and designers for mechanical design of weapon system structures, components, sub‑assemblies, and assemblies. Duties include structural design, parts design, materials evaluation, requirement specification, and source selection of missile components. Responsibilities also cover documentation of mechanical designs, as well as assembly, test equipment, and transport fixtures. Provide personnel to assist in preparation of RFPs for component manufacturing, including parts management, quality, test requirements and documentation. Assist supplier surveillance during installation and inspection, and review and update technical drawings as needed. Basic Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field from an ABET accredited school. At least 8 years of relevant experience. Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to Huntsville – North Alabama, AL area. Preferred Qualifications Project or people management. Proposal writing or business development. Project estimating. Understanding of Systems Engineering processes. Test planning. CONOP development for assembly, integration and testing of hardware. Experience in requirements definition, design, development and test of hardware systems. Experience managing hardware design teams, including developing integrated master schedules and planning for programs of all sizes. Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Background in DoD programs. Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and teamwork. Experience with Creo Elements/Pro (formerly Pro/ENGINEER). Knowledge of missile mechanical structural systems including cast, forged and machined parts. Experience with environmental testing of missile components and related test equipment. Experience with compatible materials, fasteners, coatings, processes and assembly methods. Knowledge of ASME drawing standards. Organizational skills to document designs. Knowledge of Technical Data Packages (TDP) development. Experience managing a team of engineers. Experience supporting business development through marketing and generating proposals. Technical leadership of weapon system and architecture development tasks. Pay Range $131,300.00 – $237,350.00 Benefits Competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr