Mechanical Designer

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Advanced Technology seeks a Mechanical Designer to support NSWC Indian Head. Develops 2D/3D models and documentation, manages BOMs, and maintains data integrity in PDM systems while following ASME/IPC and DoD standards. An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities include configuration management of documents and models, creating designs with AutoCAD, Creo, or SolidWorks, and ensuring traceability of engineering changes across drawings and data packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Expertise in creating detailed plans, 2D/3D models and drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
• Knowledge of DoD and industry configuration and data management standards.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure designs meet specifications.
• Fundamental mechanical engineering principles: mechanics, materials science, drafting standards like GD&T.
• Experience with engineering analysis and simulation software like FEA; Matlab or Abaqus preferred.
• Familiarity with machining and assembly manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Administer configuration management for engineering documents, 2D/3D models, parts, and BOMs.
• Operate and maintain Product Data Management (PDM) systems to ensure version control.
• Create designs per project requirements using CAD software (AutoCAD, Creo, SolidWorks).
• Provide data management for collection, organization, storage, security, and analysis of data for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and maintain BOMs, assembly instructions, and engineering reports and changes.
• Maintain professional relationships to exchange information as needed.

Skills

GD&T

2D/3D modeling

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

FEM/FEA

Matlab

Abaqus

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

Matlab

Abaqus

Job description

MECHANICAL DESIGNER (AT):

The Bowhead Advanced Technology team is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Designer to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division, Energetic Systems Division locatoin in Indian Head, MD. This is a critical technical and operational role supporting life ‑ cycle engineering, energetic systems development, and cross ‑ service logistics for Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, NASA, and other government and international partners.

Position Overview: This role blends hands ‑ on mechanical design with disciplined configuration management. The position develops accurate 2D/3D models and technical documentation while maintaining strict control of engineering changes, product data, and version governance across drawings, BOMs, and technical data packages. It ensures design accuracy, compliance with ASME/IPC standards, and data integrity within PDM systems, contributing to reliable, repeatable, and fully traceable engineering artifacts. This position requires an active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administer configuration management activities for engineering documents, 2D/3D models, parts, and BOMs, including managing engineering changes .
• Operate and maintain Product Data Management (PDM) systems or documentation vaults to ensure version control.
• Create designs in accordance with project requirements, client standards, and industry regulations, utilizing AutoCAD, PTC Creo, or Solidworks ; American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and Association Connecting Electronics Industries (IPC) industry standards
• Provide Data Management for the collection, organization, storage, security, and analysis of data to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, such as Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and engineering reports and changes.
• Works to maintain personal contacts and cooperative work relationships in order to provide or exchange information .

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering with strong problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in creating detailed plans, 2D/3D models and drawings for mechanical equipment and systems using CAD software; AutoCAD, SolidWorks and PTC Creo preferred.
• Knowledge of DoD and industry configuration and data management standards.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure designs are accurate and meet all specifications.
• A strong understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering principles, including mechanics, materials science, and drafting standards like GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Experience with engineering analysis and simulation software like FEA (Finite Element Analysis); Matlab with simulation and/or Abaqus is preferred.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, such as machining and assembly, is crucial for creating practical designs.

Physical Demand

• Frequent walking, standing, and moving between workstations in the machine shop environment.
• Ability to lift and move materials or parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Regular exposure to noise, dust, and vibrations typical of a machine shop.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, and reaching to access materials or equipment.

Target salary range is between $100,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.