Radar Structure Design Team Mechanical Engineer

Position: ​​Radar Structure Design Team Mechanical Engineer​
** Description*
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** Leidos' Ground Based Radar Digitization (GBRD)
** program is seeking an experienced
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* * tosupport thedesignofa large radar structure.

This is a large, multi-phase radar program with concurrent development, test, production, and sustainment activities.

You willbe responsible fordesign aspects ofa very largetransportable, modular structure and antenna array.

Design scope includes the support structure, interfaces to the antenna array, packaging of electronics, chiller sizing, cable routing, coolant hose routing, and site layout.

This role requires a seasoned technical contributor proficient in applying technical principles, theories, and concepts in mechanical engineering, structural design, and analysis.

You willbe responsible for developing solutions to technical problems and issues that may be difficult or unclear while collaborating with other members of the design, structural, and thermal analysis teams.

This is not your average engineering position. You will work on a team of the most talented engineers in the region who push you to be better every day. This is a fast-paced program with unique technical challenges that will be a rewarding milestone in any engineering career.

If you are up for the challenge of joining this team, then apply today to be considered.

Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity,logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions.

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** Primary Responsibilities**  **.*
* + Supportdesign, analysis, manufacture, and emplacement of a new digitized radar system

+ Support and perform technical trade studies

+ Apply sound engineering practices to develop concepts using CAD and mature designs that meet system requirements

+ Support technical peer, table-top, and internal/external design reviews

+ Create and maintain

Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts,including CAD models, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications

+ Communicate and collaborate effectively with design, analysis, and fabrication teams to resolve mechanical challenges

** Basic Qualifications**  **.*
* + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.

+ BS +4years progressive engineering experience, or MS +2years.

+ Proficient with structural design via CAD tools such as Solid Works, Creo, CATIA, or AutoCAD

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Experience with drawing generationin accordance withASME Y14.100 & Y14.5

+ Basic understanding and application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis.

+ Strong attention-to-detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

+ Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

+ Active DoD security clearance (or eligibility to obtain).

** Preferred Qualifications.*
* + Solidworksexperience preferred

+ Windchill experience preferred

+ Basic understanding or experience with radars or other advanced sensing technologies.

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Experience with large steel structures including welded structures and bolted assemblies.

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Experience with large, modular structures for repeated setup and teardown.

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Experience with cable routing, electronics packaging, and/or thermal solutions.

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Experience with technical data and documentation release and management in Windchill.

+ Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.

+ Knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 Technical Data Package (TDP) development.

+ Active DoD security clearance.

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** Original Posting:*
* July 1, 2026

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