Junior Mechanical/Industrial Engineer — Defense Manufacturing

altusts; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Altus Technology Solutions is seeking a Junior Mechanical/Industrial Engineer to support ECMP, Cast Products operations, and Explosive Production activities at NSWC Indian Head.

The role collaborates with engineers, government stakeholders, and manufacturing teams to perform engineering analysis, equipment design, and documentation, contributing to safe, efficient energetics operations. A DoD SECRET clearance and a related engineering degree are required.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. DoD SECRET Security Clearance (interim clearance required)
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 1 year of relevant engineering experience
• Knowledge of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and problem‑solving methodologies
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specs, and technical documentation
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Support ECMP projects involving manufacturing systems, facilities, and equipment upgrades.
• Provide engineering support for Cast Products and Explosive Production operations.
• Assist with design, evaluation, and improvement of manufacturing equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Support engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and problem resolution in manufacturing environments.
• Assist with development and review of engineering drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Support commissioning, startup, testing, and validation for new equipment and systems.
• Participate in engineering assessments, design reviews, and project planning activities.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency.
• Support development and maintenance of technical data packages (TDPs) and SOPs.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, and project teams to meet production requirements.
• Assist with facility modernization and engineering changes.
• Support investigations of equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and customer specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support objectives.

Skills

Engineering principles

Manufacturing processes

Technical problem‑solving

Interpreting drawings

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Altus Technology Solutions is seeking a Junior Mechanical/Industrial Engineer to support ECMP, Cast Products operations, and Explosive Production activities at NSWC Indian Head.

The role collaborates with engineers, government stakeholders, and manufacturing teams to perform engineering analysis, equipment design, and documentation, contributing to safe, efficient energetics operations. A DoD SECRET clearance and a related engineering degree are required.