Mechanical Engineer I — Defense Sensors & Robotics

QinetiQ US; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, testing and demonstration of prototype EO/IR sensors, weapon systems and soldier equipment at the Ft. Belvoir, VA location. You will work across mechanical and electrical interfaces to deliver robust solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering, solid CAD skills (SolidWorks/CATIA/Autodesk) and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. Join a mission-focused, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must-have understanding of mechanical design principles and analysis
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specs
• Experience working across mechanical, electrical, and materials disciplines

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of mechanical components for ground platforms and EOIR systems
• Select materials and hardware suitable for the system
• Develop and conduct testing to validate engineering models
• Translate customer requests into payload/component requirements
• 3D CAD design and drafting of mechanical/electrical assemblies
• Perform vendor research, selection, and interface

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Technical documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Autodesk

Ansys

MATLAB

Job description

QinetiQ US is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, testing and demonstration of prototype EO/IR sensors, weapon systems and soldier equipment at the Ft. Belvoir, VA location. You will work across mechanical and electrical interfaces to deliver robust solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering, solid CAD skills (SolidWorks/CATIA/Autodesk) and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. Join a mission-focused, collaborative team.