Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location:

Fitchburg, MA, US, 01420

Job Summary:

DRS NPS has an immediate need for a Mechanical Engineer with a well‑rounded skill set, including design, analysis, assembly support, and qualification/validation experience. The candidate is expected to work independently, using judgment and discretion in making complex decisions. The role is responsible for working within a multidisciplinary project team ranging from 3‑10+ engineers, detailers, and drafters in a matrix organization in fulfilling program requirements.

The technical nature of this position requires a collaborative role in program development and problem solving with other technical resources. Critical to success in the role is the ability to breakdown and organize complicated technical challenges and to find innovative solutions to those challenges. Equally important is the ability to clearly document / present project status within the team, to project leadership, and to other functions including senior management.

As part of regular activities, this role will may have significant supplier and customer interaction.

• Drive execution of detailed technical work to the required quality, schedule, and budget.
• Responsible for completion of assigned task on time and meeting technical requirements.
• Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable.
• Contribute directly to project success through individual technical contributions.
• Confidently and competently represent DRS in front of customers, including the US Navy.
• Clearly communicate, orally and in writing, technical and programmatic information to technical and non‑technical individuals.
• Review, analyze, and status project milestones and provide accurate estimates to complete projects/tasks.
• Collaboration with other departments, DRS locations, and suppliers to solve problems and develop cost‑effective, high‑quality solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree from a 4‑year accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering plus 0‑3 years of experience as an individual contributor.
• Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) Tools (Solid Works, Creo and/or Siemens NX preferred).
• Proficient with Finite Element Analysis for structural and thermal (ANSYS preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Individual experience in product development from concept to qualified / fielded systems.
• Experience with the development of electric machines, electric motor/drive systems, electro‑mechanical systems, marine gas turbines, and/or diesel engines.
• Experience with the design of large welded fabrications and complex assemblies. Strong engineering design skills; including knowledge in material selection, plate and weld sizing, and fastener design.
• Experience with execution of projects for the US military or familiarity with industrial and military design specifications.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.