Mechanical Designer

This role is aligned with upcoming proposal efforts and will play a key part in generating mechanical designs and drawings to support integration of solutions onto U.S. Army aviation platforms, contingent upon contract award. In this role, you will contribute to mission-critical efforts by applying your expertise in mechanical design while working alongside government and industry partners in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing mechanical engineering design support including modeling, design, and drafting activities in support of mission requirements.
• Providing mechanical design, drafting, and analysis support leading to multiple aviation systems/project and special mission hardware as determined by the Chief of the TID based on customer requirements.
• Creating Technical Data Packages (TDP) suitable for prototype, full production, and special purpose/mission hardware using Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC) Pro-Engineer/Creo and Creo Schematics computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Preparing designs, engineering drawing packages, engineering analyses, and other TDP information that are configuration controlled using Windchill database management software.
• Designing aircraft structures and mounting and support structures.
• Developing drawing packages in sufficient detail to production TDPs, meeting original Prime Item Development Specifications or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations for the applicable airframe, and compliant with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y14.100-2000 and military standard (MIL-STD)-31000B.
• Providing test support which includes purchasing and maintaining test equipment, maintenance, and test services required to support Government projects and/or test events (local and offsite).
• Assisting in the preparation and tracking of purchase requests for materials necessary to realize designs.
• Coordinating with fabricators as required in the production of these designs.
• Conducting design work independently or as a member of a larger design team of designers and engineers based on Government needs.
• Traveling up to 25% in support of mission requirements in the form of site surveys, technical interchange meetings, training, testing support, and other critical tasks outside of the JBLE facilities, including assisting with equipment packing and movement as per mission requirements.

Requirements

• Active, in-scope Secret security clearance required.
• High School diploma or High School Equivalency certificate.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• This role is performed onsite in Fort Eustis, VA.

Qualifications

• Senior Level:
  • Must demonstrate the ability to oversee the efforts of technical and less senior staff for the implementation and development of duties listed.
  • Minimum of 8+ years of experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software systems (i.e., Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO, AutoCAD), experience generating and interpreting part, assembly, and installation drawings.
• Journeyman Level:
  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software systems (i.e., Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO, AutoCAD), experience generating and interpreting part, assembly, and installation drawings.
• Junior Level:
  • Entry-level position; no prior experience required. This individual will assist more senior personnel and/or perform functional duties under the oversight of more senior positions.

Work Conditions

• Work Model: On-Site at Fort Eustis, VA.
• Travel: Up to 25%.
• Work Hours: Standard work hours.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $58,000–$135,000 annually. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, education, certifications, security clearance level, geographic location, contract labor category, and applicable government contract requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Professional development support.

This position is contingent upon contract award.