Mechanical Engineer- Newport, RI Jobs

Mechanical Engineer Position

Serco is seeking experienced Mechanical Engineers to join the Autonomous Maritime Systems Test Center (AMSTC) team in Newport, RI. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and testing of advanced unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) systems for critical military programs. This role supports both internal R&D efforts and external stakeholders, with a focus on system integration, product documentation, and troubleshooting pre and post-test sea testing.

This position requires the ability to work in a controlled and compliance-driven environment while supporting mission-critical capabilities. Serco supports the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), including support for the design, acquisition, testing and sustainment of naval undersea warfare systems. You will be part of a team working closely with the customer to deliver engineering support required to conduct system upgrades, maintenance, and sustainment in support of autonomous underwater vehicles.

Serco has been supporting the Naval Sea Systems Command for over 50 years and has been recognized by the Navy for their outstanding contributions. This position is contingent upon the ability to maintain/transfer a DoD Secret Security Clearance In this role, you will:

• Provide technical support to government and external user communities, including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and user engagement
• Lead mechanical design efforts using Solid Works and/or Siemens NX.
• Perform finite element analysis (FEA), simulations, and generate detailed 2D drawings.
• Apply ASME drafting standards and conduct statistical tolerance analyses.
• Develop high-quality technical documentation including specifications, test plans, reports, and white papers.
• Support UUV sea testing with up to 10% travel (domestic and international).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An active DoD Secret security clearance.
• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• 5 years of professional mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Solid Works and/or Siemens NX).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• The ability to travel up to 10% (CONUS).

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Experience with modeling and simulation environments or autonomy systems
• Experience supporting projects in classified or regulated environments
• Background in robotics, unmanned systems, or naval/defense applications