Design & Production Mechanical Engineer - MK-99 System

Paragon Force; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Paragon Force is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to support the MK-99 System at their Crane, IN location. This role involves developing mechanical designs, collaborating with stakeholders, conducting engineering analysis, and preparing technical documentation. The ideal candidate should be proficient in mechanical engineering software, possess strong communication skills, and have mechanical system design experience. Clearance requirements include an Interim Secret clearance to start and capability to obtain a finalized Secret clearance. Comprehensive benefits include health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Exceptional ability to document and present technical details to stakeholders.
• Proficient in mechanical engineering drawing tools like AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Experienced with analysis tools such as ANSYS and MATLAB for mechanical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine mechanical engineering designs for the MK-99 radar system.
• Collaborate with SMEs and engineering teams to integrate technical requirements.
• Conduct rigorous engineering analysis to ensure system compliance and reliability.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations documenting system designs.

Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Mechanical Engineering Drawing Software

Engineering Analysis Software

Systems Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Design

Requirements Analysis

System Design

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MATLAB

Job description

Design & Production Mechanical Engineer – MK-99 System

Paragon Force, Inc

Location: Crane, IN 47522

Job Type: Full-time

Paragon Force is seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to provide comprehensive engineering support for the MK-99 radar system, focusing on both design and production engineering efforts. This role involves collaborating with diverse stakeholders, leveraging specialized tools for design capture, engineering analysis, and modeling/simulation while ensuring effective communication to drive successful outcomes.

The selected candidate will:

• Develop and refine mechanical engineering designs for the MK-99 radar system, aligning with program objectives and specifications.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), program office personnel, fleet contacts, In-Service Engineering Agents (ISEA), and other radar systems stakeholders to collect and integrate technical and operational requirements.
• Utilize advanced Mechanical Engineering drawing software and modeling tools to create and validate designs for the MK-99 system infrastructure.
• Conduct rigorous engineering analysis to ensure system robustness, reliability, and compliance with mechanical engineering standards.
• Support systems engineering processes such as requirements capture, design synthesis, analysis, and verification for the MK-99 system.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports and presentations to document system designs, program status, and analysis outcomes.
• Troubleshoot and provide solutions for mechanical issues occurring in ongoing MK-99 radar-related production and operational projects.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must have expertise in the following:

• Oral and Written Communication: Exceptional ability to document, present, and communicate technical details to stakeholders, including SMEs, program teams, and engineering support agents.
• Report Compilation: Ability to prepare and deliver detailed technical reports across various lifecycle phases of the MK-99 system.
• Mechanical Engineering Drawing Software: Proficient in tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar for creating and managing radar system design schematics.
• Engineering Analysis Software: Skilled in the use of analysis tools such as ANSYS or MATLAB for mechanical stress analysis and simulation.
• Systems Engineering: Familiarity with requirements development, lifecycle management, and engineering processes tailored to military systems.
• Analyzers: Hands‑on experience using mechanical or system-specific analyzers, such as vibration, thermal, or structural system analyzers.
• Mechanical Engineering Design: Proven ability to design complex mechanical systems, with a focus on radar or defense‑specific hardware like the MK-99.
• Requirements Analysis: Strong skills in analyzing and translating operational requirements into actionable design specifications.
• System Design: Ability to develop and deliver high‑quality system designs that meet operational, functional, and environmental engineering standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity or prior work experience with the MK-99 Fire Control System or similar radar systems.
• Understanding of military standards such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, and related requirements for radar systems.
• Experience working in defense, aerospace, or military environments, specifically with Navy weapons systems.
• Advanced problem‑solving skills combined with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.

Clearance Requirements:

• Interim Secret clearance required to start.
• Must have the ability to obtain and hold a finalized Secret clearance.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person