Mechanical Engineer - Ground Vehicle Subsystems

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Mechanical Engineer - Ground Vehicle Subsystems

Sterling Heights, MI

$44.63-$51.77/Hour

Ability to Obtain Secret Clearance

Join a team dedicated to designing and producing armored combat and support vehicles. As a prime mover in ground force capabilities, this firm provides innovative solutions that ensure the safety and effectiveness of military personnel worldwide, focusing on durability, mobility, and performance.

• Design and release mechanical components and subsystems for military ground vehicles, including shock/vibration isolation systems, mounting provisions, and stowage equipment.
• Develop and integrate vehicle systems to meet human factors, safety, environmental, ballistic, and mine blast requirements.
• Perform mechanical analysis, design, and integration of components such as crew seating, driver controls, battery enclosures, fire suppression systems, and hydraulics.
• Apply engineering fundamentals including mechanics of materials, material selection, welding, and fabrication for the development of complex brackets and mechanical interfaces.
• Conduct engineering activities including tolerance stack‑ups, drawing mark‑ups, and creation of data packages for engineering change management.
• Support prototype and production builds, including fit checks, integration reviews, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Manage engineering documentation, including material and shop work requests, parts tracking, and technical reporting.
• Provide technical presentations and status updates to program and functional leadership.
• Oversee CAD model and drawing development, providing direction to design resources as needed.
• Lead or support failure analysis and root cause investigations, and author formal technical documentation and corrective action reports.
• Perform additional engineering tasks as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (required).
• 5–7 years of experience in mechanical design or related engineering field (preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, including materials, structural design, and fabrication methods.
• Experience supporting prototype and/or production vehicle build activities and post‑build engineering support.
• Proven experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• 3D CAD modeling experience with NX or Creo (preferred).
• Experience with Teamcenter PLM and Vis Mockup (a plus).
• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance may be required (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Prior experience with ground combat or military vehicle platforms (desired).
• Must be physically able to climb on/off and work around military vehicles.
• Travel up to 10% to military installations or supplier facilities may be required.
• Availability for occasional weekend, evening, and overtime work may be necessary.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

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  About Us

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long‑term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”