Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

This role focuses on the mechanical design and engineering of ground control shelters and enclosures that serve as communications and equipment hubs for perimeter security and aerostat applications. You will design EMI/EMP hardening, flooring, steel plating, wiring, and rail systems for cabling and server racks, supporting advanced defense products that protect personnel and critical infrastructure. The position encompasses mechanical design, engineering analysis, development, packaging, parts selection and specification, testing, documentation, and factory introduction and support.

• Design ground control shelters and enclosures that function as communications and equipment hubs for perimeter security and aerostat applications.
• Develop mechanical designs for EMI and EMP hardening, including flooring, steel plating, wiring, and rail systems for cabling and server racks.
• Perform mechanical design and engineering analysis using Solid Works and associated analytical software tools.
• Conduct thermal analysis, stress analysis, tolerance analysis, and finite element analysis (FEA) at the systems level.
• Apply ANSI Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standards to ensure accurate and manufacturable designs.
• Incorporate DO-160 and MIL-STD-810 environmental testing requirements into product designs and validation plans.
• Select and specify mechanical components, materials, and packaging solutions suitable for defense product applications.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, reports, and test plans, with strong technical writing quality.
• Support factory introduction of new products, including design transfer, production support, and resolution of manufacturing issues.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team to integrate mechanical systems with electronics, cabling, and server rack infrastructure.
• Contribute to product development activities from concept through production, ensuring reliability, maintainability, and supportability.
• Participate in bid, proposal, and pursuit activities by providing mechanical engineering input, estimates, and technical content as needed.
• Work with customer and vendor stakeholders to build and maintain effective relationships that support project execution.
• Apply knowledge of heat transfer methods at the systems level to ensure adequate cooling and environmental performance.
• Support grounding and bonding design efforts to ensure proper electrical performance and safety in integrated systems.
• Assist with platform installation and integration of motorized vehicle systems when required by project scope.
• Provide input on manufacturing methods, process flow, and material properties to optimize designs for production.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay current with relevant standards such as ISO, ANSI, and SAE, as well as emerging technologies like additive manufacturing and corrosion control.
• Act as a self-driven problem solver, quickly learning new tools and concepts to address complex mechanical engineering challenges.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline.
• 5-10+ years of experience in product development with hands-on mechanical engineering responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Solid Works for mechanical design and modeling.
• Ability to perform analysis using Solid Works-associated analytical software applications.
• Experience with DO-160 environmental testing requirements.
• Experience with MIL-STD-810 environmental testing requirements.
• Proficiency in ANSI Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Experience with heat transfer methods at the systems level, rather than at board or component level only.
• Experience conducting thermal analysis, stress analysis, tolerance analysis, and FEA.
• Demonstrated strong technical writing skills for documentation and reporting.
• High mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand complex mechanical systems.
• Self-driven problem-solving approach and ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Strong documentation skills for capturing design intent, analysis results, and test outcomes.
• Must be proficient in Solid Works for both design and analysis tasks.

• Experience with manufacturing methods and production flow for mechanical components and systems.
• Experience with properties of materials and their application in structural and environmental designs.
• Experience with requirements management tools for tracking and managing engineering requirements.
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