Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical EngineerLocation: Dahlgren, VA (On-Site) This role requires full-time, on-site support in Dahlgren, VA; remote or telework arrangements are not available. Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000 annuallyPosition DescriptionShadowObjects, LLC is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support advanced engineering initiatives within a Department of Defense (DoD) environment in Dahlgren, VA. This is a full-time, on-site position supporting mission-critical programs.The selected candidate will serve as a subject matter expert responsible for leading mechanical design efforts and supporting the full lifecycle of engineering development, including design, analysis, testing, and production of complex mechanical and electromechanical systems.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems and componentsApply principles of mechanics and materials to assess system performance and reliabilityLead design efforts for mechanical assemblies, including fabrication, assembly, and installationDevelop and improve manufacturing processes by designing and modifying production equipment and methodsPerform mechanical and thermal stress analysis to ensure system integrity under operational conditionsConduct and support testing to validate system performance and design requirementsPlan and execute engineering projects to meet technical, schedule, and performance objectivesDevelop technical data packages (TDPs) and engineering documentation in accordance with DoD standards and instructionsRequired QualificationsActive Final Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility in Defense Information System for SecurityU.S. Citizenship requiredBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical disciplineMinimum of eight (8) years of experience in mechanical design and engineering, including the design, manufacture, and testing of mechanical assembliesRequired ExperienceDemonstrated ability to evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems using principles of mechanics and materialsExperience developing manufacturing processes, including designing and modifying equipment for fabrication, assembly, and installationExperience with solid modeling and finite element modeling (FEM) techniquesExperience performing mechanical and thermal stress analysisExperience using CAD software such as SolidWorks and PTC Creo, as well as Microsoft Visio for system design and documentationExperience developing technical data packages (TDPs) in accordance with DoD standardsExperience with extreme power internal combustion engines and systemsExperience in shock and vibration modeling and simulationExperience with Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) and Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS) methodologiesProven background in design for manufacturability (DFM)Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting DoD or defense-related programsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skillsAbility to work independently and lead technical effortsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsShadowObjects, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.