Mechanical Engineer – Mission-Critical Facility Analysis

Leidos; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support national security missions in Reston, Virginia. The role focuses on assessment, reverse engineering, and characterization of complex facilities located in denied-access environments, applying mechanical engineering principles to analyze layouts, workflows, and supporting infrastructure.

You will develop high-fidelity 3D models, perform engineering simulations, and contribute to technical reports and CAD/BIM products for DoD stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI polygraph clearance and US citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 4+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in facility analysis, infrastructure vulnerability assessments, and mechanical engineering within DoD or Intelligence Community environments.
• MEP systems knowledge: design, integration, and operation of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in complex facilities.
• Ability to identify HVAC equipment, estimate capacity, and assess operations from diverse data sources.
• Proficient with 3D modeling, engineering analysis, and physical simulation methodologies.
• Familiarity with interpreting engineering drawings, facility layouts, blueprints, and intelligence-derived data.

Responsibilities

• Reverse engineering and facility characterization in denied-access environments.
• Vulnerability assessments and identification of single points of failure and operational bottlenecks.
• Develop high-fidelity 3D models and run simulations to replicate facility operations.
• Analyze supporting facility systems with emphasis on MEP integration.
• Translate field data and assessments into comprehensive technical reports, CAD/BIM products, and simulations.
• Support research and development initiatives to advance methodologies and modeling capabilities.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

3D modeling

Data analysis

MEP systems

Engineering judgment under uncertainty

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

VENTSIM

ETAP

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support national security missions in Reston, Virginia. The role focuses on assessment, reverse engineering, and characterization of complex facilities located in denied-access environments, applying mechanical engineering principles to analyze layouts, workflows, and supporting infrastructure.

You will develop high-fidelity 3D models, perform engineering simulations, and contribute to technical reports and CAD/BIM products for DoD stakeholders.