Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer at Actalent

We are seeking 2 Mechanical Engineers to drive the mechanical integration of advanced sensor systems onto a 4‑seat, rugged vehicle. This role involves designing mounting solutions for all components, optimizing space for mission equipment, and ensuring ruggedness and operational reliability under demanding conditions.

• Lead mechanical design efforts for the project, ensuring all components are properly integrated onto the vehicle platform.
• Select mechanical mounting points for all components on the vehicle, considering human factors, operator ergonomics, maximizing available payload board space, and optional mission equipment rack occupying the rear seating area.
• Collaborate with Prime to incorporate RF interference considerations into mounting location design.
• Design mechanical mounting brackets or apparatus for all components, ensuring components remain below the highest point of the stock vehicle design during transport and RF sensor mast and other components can optionally elevate above the roll cage post‑deployment (variable geometry).
• Integrate cable routing into the design with emphasis on ruggedness and resistance to damage during aggressive vehicle operation and secure and protected cable runs for long‑term durability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in mechanical design for ruggedized or military platforms.
• Expertise in CAD tools (ideally Solid Works) and mechanical integration for complex systems.
• Strong understanding of human factors and space optimization in vehicle design.
• Eligible for U.S. DoD Clearance.

• Experience with Polaris MRZR or similar tactical vehicles.
• Familiarity with RF interference considerations in mechanical design.
• Knowledge of coatings and finishes for military‑grade durability.

• Solid Works
• Ruggedized design
• Military platforms
• Mounting
• Vehicle
• MRZR
• Human factors

Contract position based out of Sterling, VA.

The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $85.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D) for the employee and dependents
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.