Mechanical Engineer III

GTS; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join their team. The role involves participating in the design and development of innovative products for defense applications. Candidates should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 8-10 years of experience, and proficiency in CAD tools and analysis software. This position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and effective communication of technical concepts. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant engineering experience in a mechanical engineering discipline.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Participates in conceptualization, design, and development of new products.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously and contributes to cross-functional teams.
• Conducts technical research to understand alternate approaches to problems.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD tools (Solidworks, Inventor, AutoCAD)

Finite Element Analysis (Nastran, ANSYS)

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently and in teams

Education

BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering-Science

Tools

Microsoft Office products

ERP systems (Costpoint)

Job description

Global Technical Systems (GTS) provides innovative, cost-effective, high-tech engineering products and product‑based services encompassing latest generation software and hardware solutions and engineering services for defense, homeland security, and other critical Government interests. GTS products and services span a spectrum that includes: mission‑critical combat systems processors; C4ISR; technology development including threat detection, biometric identification systems, and composite applications for munitions, armor and energy storage; avionics test systems; and lifecycle logistics support and repair. Our Munitions Department in Huntsville, AL is search for a Mechanical Engineer III t to work on‑site at our Huntsville, AL location.

Mechanical Engineer III

General Description:

Participates in the conceptualization, design, development, and testing of new, innovative products. Provides technical support and original design inputs for complex systems, specifically mechanical systems and subsystems for weapons, warheads, and fuze development. Applies system, hardware, and software knowledge, as applicable, to the development of new products from concept through production, and the redesign / modification of existing systems. Performs analyses and trade studies and provides technical input to specifications that support system and component design and enhancement. Evaluates and recommends options and alternatives for system and module level components. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs design and engineering activities for weapons, warheads, and fuze development.
• Works with team members, including other engineering disciplines and program management, to transfer ideas into core product processes, facilitate / implement design ideas, and improve existing products.
• Managesmultipleprojects simultaneously.Functions as a contributor to cross‑functional teams. Reportsproject status as needed to management and takesnecessary steps to maintain project design schedules.
• Provides original design inputs to the development of complexmechanical engineeringprojects.
• Considers approaches and techniques for rapid prototyping, full scale (production) development and test.
• Conducts technical research and investigations to understand alternate approaches to a problem and / or technical issues. Provides justification and support of the merits of a proposed solutionto senior staff members.
• Prepares requirements documents and detailed specifications,as required,to define and allocaterequirements tosystemsand system components.
• Provides technicalconsultation to the engineering team.
• Review’sdrawings and technical papers for compliance with project / program requirements.
• Evaluates vendorcapabilities forprovidingtherequiredlevel of performance ofproducts and/or services.
• Interactswith customers, vendors, engineers, productionpersonneland program managementto successfully complete projects.

Work Experience Requirements

8-10yearsrelevant engineeringexperience in a mechanical engineering discipline.

Educational Requirements:

BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering-Science

Working Conditions

This work is typically performed in an office and occasional outdoor environment.

• Office work includes working at a desk and in a collaborative space with some physical effort of handling light materials, product integration/assembly, and equipment.
• Outdoor work includes physical ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, being in proximity to explosives and explosives operations, and all seasons.
• Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design tools (e.g., Solidworks, Inventor, AutoCAD)and Finite Element Analysis software (e.g., Nastran, ANSYS, other DoW codes)as applicable.
• Goodunderstanding of mechanical engineering in area of expertise, and capability to support other mechanical engineering related disciplines.
• Ability to work both independently and in highly collaborative teams.
• Ability to accurately articulate concepts, theories and system design attributes totechnicalteam members.
• Ability to prepare and present technical information.
• Strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working withEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP)system. (e.g.,Costpoint)
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DoW security clearance
• All candidates must be able to pass a drug test.

Beneficial Skills/Experience

• Experience with government programs and defense systems
• Aerospace/Munitions Development
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products

The above Position Description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all‑encapsulating list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position.

Pursuant to our contract with the federal government, U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

GTS offers a stimulating and exciting work atmosphere with competitive salary and benefits package.