Junior Mechanical Engineer

Command Post Technologies, Inc; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great health benefits

401(k) with generous company matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible hours

Work/life balance

Rewards and recognition

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Command Post Technologies Inc. (CPT) is seeking an entry‑level Mechanical Engineer to support the U.S. Navy Gun Weapon Systems division at NSWC Dahlgren. The role includes requirements management, CAD design with SolidWorks or Pro/Engineer, and preparation of technical documentation.

Responsibilities cover design reviews, system integration, test planning, data collection, and engineering change coordination in a collaborative, mission‑critical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 0–2 years of experience in mechanical engineering design or related field.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, Pro/Engineer, or equivalent).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical systems requirements management and engineering design activities for Gun Weapon System components and assemblies.
• Assist with mechanical design, integration, and documentation tasks using CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Pro/Engineer.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering working groups supporting E30 Gun Weapon Systems development.
• Assist senior engineers in mechanical systems test planning, evaluation, and data collection.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, engineering drawings, and design specifications.
• Support mechanical systems troubleshooting and engineering change activities in coordination with program teams.

Skills

CAD software familiarity

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Pro/Engineer

Job description

Support the Gun Weapon Systems Division (E30) at NSWC Dahlgren. This role directly supports U.S. Navy gun weapon system development, evaluation, and sustainment programs in a collaborative, mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support mechanical systems requirements management and engineering design activities for Gun Weapon System components and assemblies.
• Assist with mechanical design, integration, and documentation tasks using CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Pro/Engineer.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering working groups supporting E30 Gun Weapon Systems development.
• Assist senior engineers in mechanical systems test planning, evaluation, and data collection.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, engineering drawings, and design specifications.
• Support mechanical systems troubleshooting and engineering change activities in coordination with program teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 0–2 years of experience in mechanical engineering design or related field.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, Pro/Engineer, or equivalent).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Secret clearance (strongly desired); must be eligible to obtain.
• Academic or internship experience with defense systems, weapons, or naval engineering.
• Familiarity with MIL‑SPEC documentation and government engineering processes.
• Experience or coursework in mechanical systems integration or manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Great health benefits
• Leadership training
• 401(k) with generous company matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible hours
• Work/life balance
• Rewards and recognition
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave

Command Post Technologies Inc. (CPT) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunities for employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

We abide by the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision and will refrain from discharging or otherwise discriminating against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants. An exception exists where the employee or applicant makes the disclosure based on information obtained while performing his or her essential job functions.