Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Mechanical 3) - 26207
About The Position
Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support operations within the Directed Energy business unit. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and integration of advanced mechanical systems that support high-energy laser and microwave technologies. Your responsibilities will include designing and analyzing structural components, thermal management systems, and precision assemblies critical to directed energy platforms. You will also support fabrication, testing, and validation efforts to ensure systems meet stringent performance, reliability, and safety requirements. We're at the forefront of developing next-generation directed energy solutions that are transforming modern defense capabilities. HII's approach to directed energy is based on a modular open systems approach (MOSA) that leverages the best of what the industry has to offer to our warfighters. With our emerging state-of-the-art integration, production and test facilities, we're building the infrastructure needed to develop, integrate, assemble, test, deploy, and sustain advanced laser and microwave systems. Join our team of innovators, product developers, and producers as we scale operations to protect our warfighters and enhance national security. This is your opportunity to work with industry-leading experts on technology that is redefining the future of defense. Candidates can work remotely if not local to the Knoxville, TN area. Candidates will be expected to eventually relocate to the Knoxville, TN area at a future date.
Requirements
- 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; or 3 years experience with Masters or PhD in a related field.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated with strong work ethic.
- Ability to think critically and problem solve in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to translate requirements into tasks and completed designs.
- Ability to perform fundamental analysis working from first principals.
- Experience with SolidWorks CAD tools. 2D and 3D.
- Experience in creating DFMEA.
- Hands on prototyping experience.
- Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
- Experience with fabrication and methods of manufacture.
- Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience with FEA and CFD analysis.
- Experience with MATLAB and/or ANSYS .
- Experience executing PM activities that may include cost, schedule, engagement, etc.
- Experience engineering hardware for Department of Defense.
- Ability to communicate effectively with government stakeholders, company leadership, and technical subject matter experts in a wide range of disciplines.
- Experience with SolidWorks Product Data Management.
Responsibilities
- Translate requirements into polished 2D and 3D designs.
- Track and drive tasks through to completion.
- Communicate status with clarity and brevity to internal and external customers.
- Identify, articulate, and manage risks.
- Manage internal and external relationships.
- Create and maintain various reports.
Benefits
- best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
- wellness resources
- employee assistance programs
- Savings Plan Options (401(k))
- financial planning tools
- life insurance
- employee discounts
- paid holidays and paid time off
- tuition reimbursement
- early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
