Mechanical Engineer, Directed Energy

Mechanical Engineer, Directed Energy - 26208

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Requisition Number: 26208
Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $89,326.00 - $
Security Clearance:
Secret
Level of

Experience:

Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5

ISR systems.

HII, Mission Technologies has needs for Mechanical Engineers who will perform computer-aided mechanical engineering design including component design and packaging engineering, and interface design and specification, while effectively negotiating with design stakeholders and managing risks. Our ideal applicant will have strong communication skills to negotiate design characteristics among engineers, suppliers, and program management.

Compensation for this role will be determined by several factors, including years of experience and direct involvement in supporting energy initiatives. The position may require relocation and periodic onsite work. We welcome applicants from across the country, provided they are flexible and willing to relocate and attend onsite engagements as needed.

• Analyze and solve complex mechanical engineering problems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement innovative mechanical solutions.
• Contribute to the overall product architecture design.
• Identify, articulate, and manage risks associated with mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical systems.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and technical experts.
• Track and drive tasks through to completion, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Develop and manage internal and external relationships.

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelor's in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Master's or PhD in a related field.
• Experience executing PM activities that may include cost, schedule, engagement, etc.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic.
• Ability to think critically and problem solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to translate requirements into tasks and completed designs.
• Ability to anticipate and develop mitigations for technical program risks.
• Ability to perform fundamental analysis working from first principals.
• Experience with Solid Works CAD tools.
• Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience with fabrication and methods of manufacture.
• Strong systems thinking and ability to understand complex product architectures.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies.
• Clearance:
  Active secret security clearance.

• Experience engineering hardware for Department of Defense.
• Experience with Solid Works Product Data Management.
• Experience with FEA and CFD analysis.
• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.

• May require working in an office, industrial, or laboratory environment.
• Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs;
Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call for assistance.

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