Junior Mechanical Engineer - Naval Weapon Systems CAD

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

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.