Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Signalink is seeking a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer to support the design development and prototyping of mission equipment for U.S. Department of Defense applications. The engineer will work as an integrated member of a combined Government and contractor engineering team supporting the development of a mission pallet proof-of-concept system.

This is a hands-on engineering position supporting the complete design and prototyping lifecycle including concept development detailed mechanical design 3D modeling technical data package development prototype fabrication and manufacturing support. The position requires full-time on-site support at the Governments Prototype Integration Facility (PIF).

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for DoD systems subsystems assemblies and equipment.
• Develop and evaluate design concepts based on system requirements interfaces operational constraints and manufacturability.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models assemblies and engineering drawings.
• Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs) including drawings bills of materials specifications and associated engineering documentation.
• Perform mechanical design and packaging of components structures mounting provisions and related hardware.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and appropriate engineering drawing standards.
• Support prototype fabrication assembly integration and manufacturing activities.
• Work directly with machinists fabricators technicians and other engineering disciplines to resolve design and manufacturing issues.
• Evaluate prototype hardware and incorporate lessons learned and test results into subsequent design iterations.
• Participate in design reviews technical meetings and integrated product team activities.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces with electrical systems manufacturing and integration personnel.
• Support configuration management and documentation of design changes throughout the development lifecycle.
• Provide responsive engineering support during prototype build and integration activities.

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering from an accredited institution; Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.
• 36 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing mechanical designs for Department of Defense systems platforms or equipment.
• Experience performing detailed mechanical design using 3D CAD modeling software.
• Experience developing engineering drawings and supporting documentation suitable for fabrication and manufacturing.
• Experience supporting prototype development fabrication integration or manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawing practices GD&T configuration control and technical data development.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary Government/contractor engineering team.
• Ability to work full-time on-site at the Government facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience supporting U.S. Army missile missile defense aviation or other weapon system programs.
• Experience supporting engineering activities within an Army prototype development or integration environment.
• Experience developing complete Level III Technical Data Packages or equivalent production-level engineering documentation.
• Experience designing structures equipment racks mission pallets mounting systems or other mechanically integrated mission equipment.
• Familiarity with DoD and Army engineering drawing manufacturing and configuration management requirements.
• Experience supporting rapid prototyping programs where designs progress quickly from concept through fabrication and integration.
• Experience working directly with manufacturing personnel to resolve producibility fit tolerance and assembly issues.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a practical hands-on mechanical engineer who is equally comfortable developing a 3D design at a workstation and working alongside technicians and manufacturing personnel to turn that design into prototype hardware. The successful candidate will be able to independently execute assigned design tasks while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced DoD prototyping environment.

What We Offer:

Our industry-leading benefits package goes above and beyond competitive salary commensuration for those just beginning their career and seasoned professionals alike. Our comprehensive benefits package includes full coverage medical insurance multiple retirement plan options short- and long-term disability life insurance and work/life benefits including career development and recognition programs. Other perks we offer are flexible work schedules company-sponsored events and educational assistance.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants:

Signalink Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online systems and need accommodation due to a disability you may use the following alternative email address to contact us about your interest in employment

Company Overview:

Founded in 2005 Signalink is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Engineering Design and Development Prototyping and Systems Integration to the Department of Defense Aerospace and Commercial Industries.

AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 certified with a commitment to excellence Signalink provides the very best Information Engineering Technical Solutions & Services and Operations support to our customers cost effectively and efficiently. We will accomplish everything we do in an ethical honest and professional manner.

Signalink Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex gender identity sexual orientation pregnancy status as a parent national origin disability (physical or mental) family medical history or genetic information political affiliation military service or other non-merit based factors

Required Experience:

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