Mechanical Engineer – Mechanical Design Engineer

V2X Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, where you will design innovative solutions for mission-critical products. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, including advanced airborne systems and radar technologies, while collaborating with a dynamic team. You'll leverage your mechanical engineering expertise to contribute to product development and testing, ensuring high-quality outcomes. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to support DoD customers, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace challenges and make a significant impact in a collaborative environment that fosters career advancement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, integration, or testing.
• Proficient in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5).
• Strong understanding of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design new products and test hardware while improving existing products.
• Lead mechanical designs and mentor junior engineers.
• Engage with vendors and manufacturers for design decisions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Planning and Organizational Skills

Creative Thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Windchill

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Category: Engineering-Mechanical

Requisition Number: MECHA013069

Posted: February 4, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: On-site in Indianapolis, IN 46219, USA

Description

V2X is growing! V2X is looking for a Mechanical Engineer – Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team!

V2X Engineering is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team in Indianapolis, IN supporting the development of a diverse set of mission-critical products including advanced airborne systems, podded communication link and sensor systems, armament equipment, cutting-edge system integrations, radar systems, cockpit displays, and avionics. Our Indianapolis facility also supports a variety of other product lines serving multiple Department of Defense (DoD) customers, providing the opportunity to work on a diverse set of programs and roles supporting the continued advancement of your career and opportunities for rapid career advancement.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the design of new products and test hardware, as well as the improvement of existing products. The engineer will utilize their mechanical engineering expertise during the proposal and concept generation phase, product development, production, and qualification testing phases of new product design. The engineer will have the opportunity to design creative solutions that meet product requirements. The engineer shall be proficient with 3D modeling and drafting and will be hands-on supporting production, integration, and testing. The engineer will develop solutions that leverage commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products paired with custom hardware. The engineer must be a resourceful researcher engaging vendors, manufacturers, and SMEs regarding design decisions. The engineer will take part in design reviews at both part, subsystem, and system levels including Peer Reviews, DFMAs, PDRs, and CDRs. The engineer will provide leadership on mechanical designs and provide mentorship to junior engineers, as well as work closely with systems, electrical, test, and production engineers.

In addition to their technical skills, the ideal candidate leverages strong verbal and written communication to adapt to a wide variety of high-pressure situations while maintaining professionalism and courtesy. We are looking for an engineer who enjoys working on-site, embraces challenges, and has a passion for supporting our DoD customers and international allies.

Required Skills:

• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret level clearance.
• Ability to work onsite at our Indianapolis, Indiana facility with an Integrated Product Team being hands-on with hardware.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience required.
• Experience in the design, integration, or testing of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Working knowledge of data management systems (Windchill preferred).
• Proficient in the application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5 standards).
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to be adaptable to changing priorities and assignments.
• Experience performing trade studies.
• Must be a self-starter, a quick learner, and able to function in a dynamic environment, with good time management skills.
• Must have strong teaming skills and good communication skills.
• Demonstrated creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes including traditional CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, mechanical assemblies, water jet, laser, welding, EDM, and additive manufacturing.
• Understanding of aerospace materials and coatings.

Desired Skills:

• Experience capturing key characteristics & requirements for systems.
• Design, integration, or test experience/understanding of any combination of the following:
• Airborne podded systems
• Airborne armament equipment or alternate mission equipment
• Cockpit displays
• Avionics
• Radar Systems
• Mobile Ground Systems
• Ground Vehicle Structures
• Custom/COTS Electronics including wires, relays, and analog electronics
• Design for human factors/safety.
• Prototyping and agile methodologies.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) degree program.