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Mechanical Engineer (Mechanical Design) - Entry to Mid Level (Maryland)

National Security Agency · Fort Meade, MD · 2 wk ago
Engineering$87k–$153k/yrFull-time

About the role

The NSA currently has opportunities for highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineers to support design, analysis and fabrication of mechanical hardware and equipment in response to limited quantity, short-duration, prototype requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Design custom parts, mechanisms and equipment.
  • Perform engineering calculations.
  • Analyze problems to determine technical solutions.
  • Decide what procedures will be required to solve technical problems.
  • Develop conceptual designs or models to address requirements.
  • Use modeling or simulation software to evaluate designs.
  • Perform engineering analyses and testing of products/parts/equipment.
  • Use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) (thermal/stress/vibration analysis tools) to produce design drawings and to validate and support engineering design activities.
  • Identify new and existing products, technologies, and/or manufacturing techniques to solve design, development, and operational problems.
  • Develop engineering test plans to evaluate designs in real-world environment prior to operational use.
  • Modify or adapt products, services, and support to meet customer needs.
  • Provide timely and accurate responses to customer requests for assistance, information, products, or services.
  • Work with customers to clarify their needs and to determine how their needs can be met expeditiously.
  • Work on teams with engineers and fabricators of various disciplines and levels to meet customer mission needs.
  • Work in a very fast-paced office which requires employees to work on multiple projects simultaneously with quick turn-around schedules.

Qualifications

  • Minimum Education: Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (e.g., Construction Engineering, General Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Architecture, Mathematics, Hydrology, and Geology).
  • Experience:
    • Entry/Developmental: Bachelor's degree + 3 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree + 1 year of relevant experience, or Doctoral degree and no experience.
    • FULL PERFORMANCE: Bachelor's degree + 4 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree + 2 years of relevant experience, or Doctoral degree + 1 year of relevant experience.
  • Relevant Experience: Must have experience in one or more of the following: HVAC Systems, Project Management, Mechanical Design Engineering, CAD tools, or ICS.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

  • Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.
  • Salary Range: $87,362 - $153,082 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance).
  • Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).

How To Apply

Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position. A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications. Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following: @uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com

DCIPS Disclaimer

VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS** Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority. Veterans' Preference In accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application. Acceptable documentation includes: - DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR - Certification of Service: A written document on letterhead from the applicant's previous employer.

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