Mechanical Engineer, Associate

OverviewAMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.ResponsibilitiesWork with and learn from other engineers and designer/drafters to design, develop, analyze, and support the fabrication of pressurized mechanical systems for hydraulics, pneumatics, and seawater, for underwater launchersSupport the development of Technical Data Packages (TDPs) with the use of free body diagrams, stress calculations, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in ANSYS to prove design meets certain requirementsSupport designer/drafter’s by creating 3D CAD parts, assemblies, and 2D drawings in SolidWorksSelect design materials based on stress calculations as well as commercial and/or military specifications.Conduct quality assurance reviews of drawings and technical data packages (TDPs).Interface with customers and government sponsors.Support possible testing of designs onboard submarines and in test facilities with some foreign travel possible.Conduct research of submarine construction drawings using the Advanced Technical Information Support (ATIS) System.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, or structural engineering.Ability to maintain a DoW Secret Clearance.U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearancePhysically capable to conduct ship checks on United States Nuclear Submarines:Be comfortable in relatively confined spaces.Capable of climbing vertical ladders (20’ – 25’) within the submarine.At least three (2) years academic experience doing stress analysis with hand calculationsAt least one (1) years academic experience using FEA tools such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, Nastran, COMSOL, or SolidWorks SimulationProfessional experience with Microsoft OfficePay Transparency StatementAMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $60,000.00/Yr. - USD $80,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.EEO StatementEEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran StatusJob SummaryCategory: EngineeringPosition Type: Full-TimeRemote: NoClearance Required: Secret