Mechanical Engineer

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; King George (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies (UICGS) in King George, VA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support manufacturing projects. The role combines hands-on work and maintenance of equipment, with a strong focus on precision machining, engineering drawings, GD&T, and quality assurance.

On-site in King George, the position requires 3–5 years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (Creo, SolidWorks) and GD&T.
• Experience solving complex engineering problems and developing components.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly technical expertise in solving complex engineering problems.
• Perform hardware design, development, integration/implementation, and analysis.
• Conduct feasibility studies for design improvements and advanced technologies.
• Develop standards and guidelines for tasks performed.
• Interface with government personnel.
• Produce, test, and document components and systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Engineering problem solving

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Experience with precision machining

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

GD&T

Job description

MECHANICAL ENGINEER (AT):

The Mechanical Engineer position is responsible for supporting manufacturing projects. This position combines hands‑on technical work and maintenance of equipment and supplies. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude, familiarity with engineering drawings and quality assurance techniques, organizational skills, in depth experience with precision machining operations, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position is 100% on site in King George, VA.

• Provide highly technical expertise and guidance in solving complex engineering problems
• Perform in all phases of hardware design, development, integration/implementation, and analysis
• Plan and conduct engineering feasibility studies for the design improvement modifications and implementation of advanced technologies
• Develop standards and guidelines for tasks being performed
• Interface with government personnel
• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering or related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience.
• Proven ability to independently drive tasks and projects from concept to production.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks)
• Experience with engineering drawings including GD&T, and design for manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams
• Demonstrated experience developing, testing, and producing components and systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams.
• Technical writing skills, with experience authoring test plans, procedures, and detailed technical reports.
• Familiarity with researching and applying relevant military and commercial specifications and standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ASTM, ISO)
• Conceptual and/or practical experience with finite element analysis (FEA) methods to support mechanical design and evaluation
• In the office up to 5 days per week as required with option for situational telework.

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 $110,000 - $135,000 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.