Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

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At DES, we are a team of innovators who share a passion for critical thinking, inventing, and designing. We are committed to excellence in delivering technical solutions, research and development, prototype fabrications, small-batch / low-rate product manufacturing, technical analyzes utilizing modeling and simulation tools, and test services for projects of all sizes. Our capabilities include mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering, requirements-based systems engineering design and development, design for manufacturing and sustainment, human factors engineering, and formal risk opportunity management.

As a Mechanical Engineer with DES, you will be given the opportunity to develop professional skills while putting your education and training into practice. With the support of our team of engineers and technicians, you will have access to mentors at all levels.

Design, development, building, and testing of mechanical systems. Report to the Program Manager and support the execution of projects to include documentation development and risk mitigation. Support internal project teams and external customer relations and vendor management. Act as a brand representative of Defense Engineering Services and portray our values of technical excellence, integrity, teamwork, efficiency, service, and community.

Three to six (3‑6) years of experience in relevant technical field including systems and equipment support, and testing and evaluation support of C5

ISR requirements, and one (1) year of technical experience in support of task specific projects. Experience with CAD software systems including Solid Works, Creo, Catia, AutoCAD, and similar programming. Experience in military ground vehicles and vehicle systems and/or aviation and aerospace systems is preferred.

DES is a federal contractor working on specific government contracts that require employees to be U.S. citizens.

DES is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. DES recognizes the value of diversity and is committed to inclusion in our workplace. Additionally, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals in all employment practices, including but not limited to, recruitment, selection, hiring, employment, assignment, reassignment, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and any other personnel action or benefit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, non‑binary gender designations, age, national origin, disability or handicap, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to lactation, genetic information, status as a member or veteran of the uniformed services, citizenship status, or any other characteristic or category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Federal law requires that we have properly completed I‑9 forms on file for every employee hired after November 6, 1986. This form must be completed within the employee’s first three days of employment with DES. Federal law also requires that we re‑verify the continued work eligibility of employees who have only a time‑limited work authorization on or before the date their employment eligibility expires.

The same documentation rules apply to reverification efforts. Applicants with questions or seeking more information on immigration law issues are encouraged to contact Human Resources. Applicants may raise questions or complaints about immigration law compliance without fear of reprisal.

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology. Industries:
Defense and Space Manufacturing.

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