FTAP Missile Launcher Design Engineer

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos' Defense Sector in Huntsville, Alabama seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to design air defense launchers for IFPC Inc 2, using Creo and Windchill daily, turning concepts into hardware and validating through production and testing teams.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and 8+ years of design/analysis experience (6+ years with MS). Leadership experience is preferred to guide design teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university.
• 8+ years of applicable experience in design and/or analysis of mechanical systems or 6+ years with MS degree.
• Mission-focused. Ready to contribute to a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Structural design via Creo CAD software, drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5, and producing technical data packages in accordance with MIL-STD-31000

Skills

Mission-focused

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

Windchill PLM

Job description

Description

Leidos' Defense Sector is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Huntsville Alabama designing the next generation of air defense launchers to protect America and its allies. You will design unique hardware for the Fires Technology Acceleration Program within the US Army's Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC Inc 2) portfolio. You will use Creo CAD software and Windchill PLM software daily to turn ideas into designs. Then you'll work alongside the production team to turn your designs into hardware. You might be asked to help integrate and install the hardware, and then you'll work with the testing team to put your hardware into action. This is not your average engineering position. You will work on a team of the most talented engineers in the region who push you to be better every day. This is a fast-paced program with unique technical challenges that will be a rewarding milestone in any engineering career.

Primary Responsibilities

• Structural design via Creo CAD software, drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5, and producing technical data packages in accordance with MIL-STD-31000

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university
• 8+ years of applicable experience in design and/or analysis of mechanical systems or 6+ years with MS degree.
• Mission-focused. Ready to contribute to a high-performing team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with experience leading engineering design teams will be preferred.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.