Junior Mechanical Engineer – Secret Clearance Eligible

Command Post Technologies, Inc; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great health benefits

Leadership training

401k 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) seeks a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support the Gun Weapon Systems Division (E30) at NSWC Dahlgren. The role supports Navy gun weapon system development, evaluation, and sustainment in a collaborative, mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities include design, integration, documentation, design reviews, and test planning under guidance of senior engineers. Requires a mechanical engineering degree and CAD familiarity; security clearance is a plus.

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.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Pro/Engineer

Job description

Command Post Technologies, Inc. (CPT) seeks a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support the Gun Weapon Systems Division (E30) at NSWC Dahlgren. The role supports Navy gun weapon system development, evaluation, and sustainment in a collaborative, mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities include design, integration, documentation, design reviews, and test planning under guidance of senior engineers. Requires a mechanical engineering degree and CAD familiarity; security clearance is a plus.