Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering

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Job Description
Integrated Defense Systems ( IDS) Mechanical Engineering Directorate (MED) provides engineering design, integration and production to a wide range of hardware in Integrated Defense Systems (IDS). The Mechanical Engineering Directorate uses state-of the art tools, processes, technology, and IDS Six Sigma principles. MED’s capabilities encompass a broad range of technical disciplines which include engineering, manufacturing, technical services, materials, processes, analysis, test and documentation.

The Platform Integration Department leads mechanical design, development and integration of platform systems. This includes shelter systems, hardware integration, interconnects, as well as facility development and site integration. The department is seeking motivated and driven mechanical engineers with technical expertise and experience in hardware design, integration and production support. As a senior mechanical engineer the individual will support and lead multi-disciplined engineering teams and provide mechanical solutions and services across all program phases. Areas of focus can encompass development of next generation systems, design development for existing products, transition to production, product support, vendor oversight, and field upgrades.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Perform complex mechanical design, development, and documentation of components, sub-assemblies, and major end items for defense system equipment in accordance with system requirements

Oversee small to mid-sized cross functional engineering teams as a technical execution lead through all phases of development from proposal generation, program start up, requirements allocation, preliminary and detailed development, through production.

Lead the mechanical or cross functional engineering team as the technical focal point within an integrated product team environment

Support the factory and suppliers with product integration domestically and internationally

Interface with other engineering disciplines, non-technical disciplines, and suppliers to develop design solutions and resolve technical challenges

Work with limited supervision and meet commitments for assigned schedule, financial, and technical goals

Support and participate in design peer reviews and conduct trade studies to make sound technical decisions

Apply knowledge and experience in technical problem solving and hardware development in a fast paced, team environment

Mentor and guide less experienced engineers

U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will need a U.S. Security Clearance within 1 year of start date. Except in rare circumstances, only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications

Eight (8)+ years of experience in a Mechanical Engineering role with minimum three (3) years designing and developing mechanical equipment, preferably for use in Military environments

Previous experience including concept definition through detailed design and transition to production and production support

Broad background in mechanical design, development, material selection, or manufacturing processes

Experience with CAD design tools or associated product data management tools

Engineering project management experience or schedule and budget responsibility

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Willingness to travel (domestic and international)

Excellent communication, technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Working knowledge of Military and Commercial Specifications

Experience in design, fabrication, and integration of electronic assemblies, shelter assemblies, power distribution equipment packaging, and rack systems

Knowledge in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Advanced problem solving skills

Experience using CREO CAD design and documentation tools

Experience with PDM or similar product data management tool

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/Power Point/Project)

Experience with current manufacturing systems and processes

Reliability or failure analysis experience

Desire and ability to work in a fast paced production environment

Ability to work collaboratively in an Integrated Product Team environment, interfacing with multiple Engineering disciplines, Operations, Integrated Supply Chain, and Quality

Able to work well with people and achieve results with a minimum of conflicts and within schedule

Previous experience includes adaptability and willingness to work varying assignments

Demonstrated team player, self-driven leader with excellent collaboration skills

Team leadership; experience leading a multi-disciplined, technical team with the ability to develop, empower, motivate and monitor the team.

Proven ability to lead technical solutions to complex user requirements

Familiarity with managing engineering budgets with Earned Value Management (EVMS) and Estimate at Complete (EAC) process

Experience in supporting or leading proposals

Familiarity with Risk & Opportunity Management

Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, or hardware systems design

Existing secret clearance

Required Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This position requires an active security clearance.

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