Mechanical Engineer – UAS & MBSE

ZelTech Training Solutions, LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Job summary

ZelTech Training Solutions, LLC is seeking a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer in Virginia Beach to support the research, design, analysis, and prototyping of next‑generation unmanned systems for a government customer. You will contribute to mechanical design and systems integration across the full development lifecycle and help advance mission-ready unmanned technologies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years of relevant experience, US citizenship, and an active

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• US citizen with active SECRET clearance.
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical engineering experience (defense/aerospace preferred).
• Experience applying MBSE and modeling/simulation to support systems engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of mechanical design, materials, thermal management, and environmental survivability.
• Hands-on fabrication, assembly, or field testing experience.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Background and drug screening clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, and evaluation of mechanical components and subsystems for unmanned platforms.
• Conduct mechanical and structural analyses (load, vibration, thermal, corrosion).
• Apply MBSE to develop and manage system models and integrate modeling tools with systems engineering.
• Generate CAD models, drawings, parts lists, diagrams, and manufacturing plans.
• Support lab and field integration/test activities and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Contribute to mechanical aspects of prototype development and validation through fabrication and testing.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and systems engineers to ensure functional designs.
• Maintain accurate technical data and deliverables.
• Evaluate new mechanical hardware and integration approaches to improve autonomy and environmental performance.
• Support trade-off studies, risk assessments, and lifecycle cost estimation from a mechanical standpoint.
• Develop and validate mechanical models for UxS performance in variable environments.

Skills

MBSE

Cameo

SysML

CAD

Mechanical design

Prototype fabrication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

ZelTech Training Solutions, LLC is seeking a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer in Virginia Beach to support the research, design, analysis, and prototyping of next‑generation unmanned systems for a government customer. You will contribute to mechanical design and systems integration across the full development lifecycle and help advance mission-ready unmanned technologies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years of relevant experience, US citizenship, and an active