Mechanical Engineer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 76,956 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

HII – Mission Technologies Division seeks a Mechanical Engineer for Syracuse, NY to support the development, assembly, and manufacturing of power, radar, and sensor devices for military applications.

The role collaborates with leads, engineers, and technicians across the organization and provides input on requirements flow‑down, concept creation, rapid prototyping, mechanical design, environmental analysis, producibility analysis, and environmental testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Proficient in 3D modeling and 2D drawing.
• Understanding of dynamic motion and thermal principles.
• Ability to obtain U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering research, design, development, integration, and analysis of complex electro‑mechanical products.
• Perform 3‑D modeling, 2‑D drafting, and computer‑aided simulations of concept designs.
• Create preliminary, draft, or final released technical data packages.
• Identify problems or deficiencies that require configuration or procedural changes.
• Analyze complex functions, procedures, and problems to find creative, logical, and effective solutions.
• Provide inputs to project peers and technical leads.
• Interface with vendors and customers.
• Comply with applicable AS9100 quality procedures in the performance of duties.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

3D modeling

2D drawing

Thermal principles

Dynamic analysis

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Requisition Number: 29361

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time / Salaried / Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $76,956.00 - $115,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to obtain

Level of Experience: Mid

Company: HII – Mission Technologies Division

Job Title and Location

Mechanical Engineer – 1 / 2 (Syracuse, NY)

Job Overview

We are seeking a self‑motivated Mechanical Engineer to support the development, assembly, and manufacturing of power, radar, and sensor devices for military applications. The role will collaborate with leads, engineers, and technicians across the organization and will provide input on requirements flow‑down, concept creation, rapid prototyping, mechanical design, environmental analysis, producibility analysis, and environmental testing.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Support engineering research, design, development, integration, and analysis of complex electro‑mechanical products
• Perform 3‑D modeling, 2‑D drafting, and computer‑aided simulations of concept designs
• Create preliminary, draft, or final released technical data packages
• Identify problems or deficiencies that require configuration or procedural changes
• Analyze complex functions, procedures, and problems to find creative, logical, and effective solutions
• Provide inputs to project peers and technical leads
• Interface with vendors and customers
• Comply with applicable AS9100 quality procedures in the performance of duties
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineer 1: Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Mechanical Engineer 2: 2 years relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree or 0 years relevant experience with a master’s degree
• Proficient in 3‑D solid modeling (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Proficient in 2‑D drawing (e.g., AutoCAD)
• Understanding of dynamic motion and thermal principles, calculations, and applications
• Ability to obtain U.S. security clearance

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with structural shock & vibration and thermal finite element analysis (FEA) using tools such as ANSYS Mechanical Workbench and Icepak
• Technical drawing creation in tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Interfacing with vendors and customers
• SolidWorks PDM experience

Working Knowledge Of

• ASME Y14.100, ASME Y14.5, and GD&T standard practice
• Military, ANSI, and IPC‑620 standards
• Metal and plastic fabrication processes and equipment
• Cable harness assembly materials and methods
• Active Secret Clearance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please e‑mail [e-mail] or call 1‑844‑849‑8463 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.