Mechanical Engineer – Navy Training Systems (PTT)

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 107,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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401(k) plan

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Job summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer in Huntsville, AL to design, prototype, develop, and produce Shore-Based Training, Engineering & Development Support (SBEDS) Part Task Trainer (PTT) systems for the U.S. Navy.

You will ensure compliance with stringent engineering standards and support operational readiness of key Navy platforms. Join a high-performing team of engineers and contribute to innovative national defense solutions with a focus on reliability and

Qualifications

9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field.
Autodesk Inventor experience to create sheet metal parts, 3D printed Part Models, models from data sheets, and modules from actual parts/equipment.
Creation of presentations for exploded view used in the assembly drawings of modules and racks. Creation of metal drawings for fabrication to include flat patterns, detailed views, and callouts as required.
Previous TDP/CAD experience.
Experience providing project and user support that is inclusive of cable fabrication, hardware installation and relocation, hardware preventative and corrective maintenance, hardware fault isolation, and hardware repair - including documentation.

Responsibilities

Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy.
Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
Research and analyze mechanical systems to support the design and functionality of Part Task Trainer components.
Provide hardware systems engineering support of training system evolution and integration, including the design, integration, implementation, and maintenance of training, engineering, and developmental test equipment suites.
Design and develop mechanical assemblies, tools, and devices integral to PTT systems using industry best practices.
Manufacture and test mechanical components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and Navy training requirements.
Work on power-producing and power-using systems relevant to PTT environments, including motors, actuators, and thermal management systems.
Develop and integrate mechanical solutions for material handling, structural support, and motion systems within trainer platforms.
Create specialized tools and fixtures to assist in assembly, testing, and maintenance of PTT systems.
Perform design validation and optimization through computational analysis and simulation to ensure reliability and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to translate training requirements into mechanical solutions for Navy systems.
Find and understand data sheets for various items, how to interpret them, and know their limitations, use to create cutouts, brackets, and other types of metal work, along with 3D models for use in the subassemblies and assemblies and/or 3D Printing.