Mechanical Engineering, Advisor

Peraton; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support critical National Security programs. This role involves a holistic approach to the design, development, evaluation, and modification of systems throughout their life cycle. You will conduct engineering analysis, participate in system integration tests, and ensure compliance with customer and government standards. The ideal candidate will excel in interpersonal communication and possess strong systems engineering skills. Join a team that values innovation and offers enhanced benefits, including generous PTO and attractive bonus plans, while making a significant impact on national security efforts.

Benefits

Heavily subsidized employee benefits

25 days of PTO annually

Eligibility for bonus plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience with BS; 6 years with MS; 3 years with PhD.
• Experience with mechanical system design and testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct component and system level trade studies and provide risk assessments.
• Develop test strategies and participate in validation/verification processes.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Communication

Engineering Analysis

Risk Assessment

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS/MA in relevant field

PhD in relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Engineering Software Applications

Job description

TS/SCI W POLY

Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD

BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar degree/experience

Experience reviewing and assessing mechanical elements of system design

Demonstrated systems engineering skills focused on mechanical engineering aspects of requirements, system design, system test and operational implementation

Experience interpreting drawings, technical specifications, and developing test procedures

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface and work cooperatively with project teams and clients. Proficiency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access) and other similar engineering software applications.

Experience defining and participating in system integration test

Excellent interpersonal communication and organization skills and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Desired:

Customer domain experience

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

The Mechanical Engineer candidate uses a holistic approach to assist with design, development, evaluation and modification of end-to-end systems and systems-oriented products throughout their entire life cycle. Responsibilities include:

1. Conduct component and system level trade studies and provide risk assessments
2. Perform engineering analysis on a variety of mechanical components
3. Develop test strategies and participate in validation/verification processes
4. Review test plans/procedures and ensure they meet the objectives of the contractual requirements and participate in the testing process to validate requirements.
5. Participate in design/major milestone reviews of mechanical components to ensure adequacy of design and applicability to the current system and traceability of requirements through compliance verification and validation.
6. Ensure requirements comply with customer requirements and government standards through formal verification methods (RVTM).
7. Establish and coordinate development of standards, practices, and procedures as related to the overall product development.
8. Support strategic planning including roadmap and portfolio development and management
9. Provide technical assessments of prototypes/new technologies.
10. Prepare technical reports and make presentations to clients, both formal and informal.