Mechanical Engineer- Transmissions

"The Transmission Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the design of transmissions and gear boxes for military ground vehicles including tanks, howitzers, and infantry fighting vehicles. Projects will include the full scope of product development including research, design, prototyping, and testing of functional improvements. This engineer will report to the Director of Transmission Engineering, and will perform their job duties with the oversight of a Project Engineer.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for mechanical sub system design, including analysis, integration, and performance evaluation in combat vehicle applications. Develop innovative technical concepts and perform mechanical, hydraulic, and thermal analysis to ensure new designs meet requirements. Develop & release detailed CAD models and drawings for qualification and production release using Engineering Change Proposals. Work in a cross-functional environment including interfacing with program management, project engineering, test engineering, analysts, designers, and electrical/controls engineering.

Also includes interfacing with customers and suppliers. Compose design verification test plans that capture all performance data to assess new design requirements compliance. Oversee qualification activities including bench, dynamometer, and vehicle level testing. Participate in root cause failure analysis investigations on mechanical systems. Supports new products/processes and implements operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results. Analyzes mechanical requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.

Prepares mechanical design information and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends. Supports investigations involving the origination or modification of material, component or process specifications or requirements. Supports preparation of design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval. Consolidates results of mechanical design elements for assigned projects. Make improvements in processes, systems, or products. Prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval.

Maintain existing product design including support of TDP, production and supply chain support. Level / pay for this position will be commensurate with education & experience. " />