Mechanical Engineer

SAIC; Durham (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team focused on Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex mechanical systems, analyze hydraulic systems, and develop engineering drawings using CREO Parametric. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and communication, you'll engage with stakeholders to ensure effective project execution. This position not only supports your professional growth but also offers the chance to contribute to critical projects that enhance naval operations. If you're ready to take on new challenges in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of engineering experience required.
• Expertise in mechanical design and development.
• Active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support design projects for mechanical systems.
• Analyze hydraulic systems and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop engineering drawings and solid models.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Hydraulic Systems Analysis

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Failure Analysis

Solid Modeling (CREO Parametric)

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CREO Parametric

Job description

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Job ID: 2505414

Location: LAKEHURST, NJ, US

Date Posted: 2025-05-07

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Mechanical Engr

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: Yes

Description

SAIC is currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support our Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) team located in Lakehurst, NJ.

An active Secret clearance is required.

General Overview:

• Support design projects of small parts up to and including complex mechanical systems, working with stakeholders and ensuring proper physical interfacing with the greater system.
• Analyze and troubleshoot hydraulic systems, generators, and large motors.
• Develop (using CREO Parametric) and interpret engineering drawings of complex parts and systems according to best practices and proper geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Develop solid models of new or existing parts using CREO Parametric and engineering drawings.
• Execute test and troubleshooting procedures based on project requirements, in locations to include test sites, manufacturing facilities, and aboard active and pre-commissioned Navy vessels.
• Support failure and root cause investigations, developing and presenting recommendations to program leadership and implementing solutions through development of installation procedures.
• Develop responses to requests for engineering information from sources such as manufacturing facilities, contractors, and shipyards.
• Analyze bolted joints and mechanical parts for suitability, considering fatigue and fracture life of equipment.
• Analyze parts requirements or installation parameters that fall outside of specifications and provide recommendations and corrective actions.
• Assist with review and development of maintenance procedures.
• Interpret engineering specifications for:
• Structural materials
• Hardware such as bolts, nuts, and washers
• Environmental testing
• Equipment design standards
• Travel up to 20% may be required.
  
  

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree and 2 years or more of engineering experience.
• Active Secret clearance is required
• Experience with mechanical design, development, and maintenance of turbomachinery or complex mechanical systems and machinery.
• Expert in development, review, and geometric dimensioning and tolerance of engineering drawings.
• Well versed with solid modeling using CREO Parametric (preferred) or other solid modeling program.
• Good understanding and practice of fatigue and fracture mechanics, failure and root cause analysis, and collection of quantitative empirical data leading into development of structural models and analyses.
• Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate and work effectively with stakeholders and personnel of varying technical knowledge, experience, and backgrounds.
• Ability to function independently or cooperatively as the situation dictates, in a manufacturing, test, and shipboard environment with personnel from varying backgrounds and levels of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
  
  

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working aboard active naval vessels is a plus, but not required.
• Familiarity with the Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) process a plus.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes including non-destructive inspection (NDI) methods a plus.
  
  

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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