Junior Mechanical Engineer - Navy Ship Systems (Travel ≤10%)

CACI; Indiana; On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support NSWC Crane. You will perform spec writing, design calculations, and drafting of mechanical and machinery arrangements for ship systems.

The role requires collaboration with project teams, clear technical reporting, and travel up to 10% within the Continental US. Ideal candidates hold an ABET-accredited BS in a related field, are proficient with AutoCAD and MS Office, and can obtain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical, Civil, AE or related field.
• Ability to write clear reports and specifications.
• Experience with Navy/ship design standards preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and CAD tools.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support including spec writing, design, calculations, and SRD updates.
• Generate mechanical drawings and machinery arrangements.
• Draft detailed multi-view drawings and install references.
• Learn and apply drafting standards and ship design practices.

Skills

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Clearance eligibility

Independent work

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical/Civil/AE

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

CACI is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support NSWC Crane. You will perform spec writing, design calculations, and drafting of mechanical and machinery arrangements for ship systems.

The role requires collaboration with project teams, clear technical reporting, and travel up to 10% within the Continental US. Ideal candidates hold an ABET-accredited BS in a related field, are proficient with AutoCAD and MS Office, and can obtain a Secret clearance.