Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

This entry-level Mechanical Engineer position is a hands‑on role in a MIL‑STD‑810 environmental test laboratory. Engineers work in a highly technical, team‑oriented environment focused on validating hardware performance and reliability under representative operating conditions. The lab’s primary capabilities include shaker tables for vibration and shock testing and thermal chambers for temperature and thermal cycling, with additional specialized equipment available to support a range of environmental scenarios.

As a member of the lab team, you will gain deep exposure to instrumentation setup, environmental test methods, and formal engineering documentation practices used in a defense contracting setting. The position provides the opportunity to apply engineering fundamentals to practical test scenarios, collaborate with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines, and see how environmental testing supports product development, qualification, and customer acceptance.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing basic support in instrumentation planning and test conduct of Environmental Tests including vibration, mechanical shock, temperature, altitude, humidity and structural testing
• Providing basic support to preparation of test plans, schedules, test reports and technical documentation of project work
• Applying your engineering knowledge and participating as a member of a multi‑discipline team
• Contributing to the completion of project/program milestones under the general guidance of the immediate supervisor and team leaders
• Following established environmental test processes and procedures
• Must be able to obtain and mantain a DoD secret clearance

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or a degree in a related field

At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.

Employee benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Retirement plan
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays and leave of absences
• Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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