Mechanical Engineer

Booz Allen; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, prototype, and deliver innovative hardware for mission‑critical projects. You will work with experienced engineers and cross‑functional teams to ruggedize systems for extreme environments and integrate advanced technologies for space, ground, or underwater applications.

Applicants should have a background in hardware design and CAD, plus the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in hardware design, prototyping, 3D modeling, CAD in internships or projects.
• Fundamental engineering and physics principles for hardware design.
• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies incl additive and subtractive methods.
• Ability to develop technical drawings and documentation.
• Ability to collaborate with an integrated product team.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and deliver hardware solutions for real‑world applications.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and cross‑functional teams.
• Ruggedize systems for extreme environments and integrate cutting‑edge technologies.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and drawings.

Skills

Hardware design

3D modeling

CAD drafting

Engineering knowledge

Technical documentation

Team collaboration

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Matlab

Mathcad

Multiphysics software

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that support your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Join our dynamic engineering team where you'll design, prototype, and deliver innovative hardware solutions for real-world applications. As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to tackle complex hardware challenges ruggedizing systems for extreme environments to integrating cutting-edge technologies into systems that will operate in space, on the ground, or underwater. Your work will directly impact mission-critical projects, supporting both defense and advanced technology initiatives. If you're passionate about turning ideas into tangible solutions and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting, this is the place to launch your engineering career.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• Experience working in hardware design, prototyping, 3D modeling and computer-aided drafting (CAD) in an internship, school projects, or in a professional work environment
• Knowledge of basic engineering and physics principles as they apply to hardware design and product development
• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies and approaches, including additive and subtractive manufacturing techniques
• Ability to develop technical documentation, including 2D technical drawings and written technical documentation
• Ability to collaborate with an integrated product team, including a variety of technical and non-technical teammates
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with prototyping and integration related to electromechanical or military systems
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) or modeling and simulation activities
• Experience with other engineering software, including Matlab, Mathcad, or multiphysics software
• Experience with lab-based developmental testing and test data acquisition
• Knowledge of product design for manufacturability, reliability, maintainability, injection molding, ruggedization, and exposure to extreme environments
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Mechanical Engineer

The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic engineering team where you'll design, prototype, and deliver innovative hardware solutions for real-world applications. As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to tackle complex hardware challenges ruggedizing systems for extreme environments to integrating cutting-edge technologies into systems that will operate in space, on the ground, or underwater. Your work will directly impact mission-critical projects, supporting both defense and advanced technology initiatives. If you're passionate about turning ideas into tangible solutions and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting, this is the place to launch your engineering career.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• Experience working in hardware design, prototyping, 3D modeling and computer-aided drafting (CAD) in an internship, school projects, or in a professional work environment
• Knowledge of basic engineering and physics principles as they apply to hardware design and product development
• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies and approaches, including additive and subtractive manufacturing techniques
• Ability to develop technical documentation, including 2D technical drawings and written technical documentation
• Ability to collaborate with an integrated product team, including a variety of technical and non-technical teammates
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with prototyping and integration related to electromechanical or military systems
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) or modeling and simulation activities
• Experience with other engineering software, including Matlab, Mathcad, or multiphysics software
• Experience with lab-based developmental testing and test data acquisition
• Knowledge of product design for manufacturability, reliability, maintainability, injection molding, ruggedization, and exposure to extreme environments
• Secret clearance
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.