Mechanical Modeling Engineer

Construction Association of Michigan; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 Holidays

401(k) Vesting

Flexible Schedules

Stock Purchase Plan

Upskilling

Education Support

Parental Leave

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a TS/SCI cleared Mechanical Modeling Engineer to support the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) at Wright‑Patterson AFB in Dayton, OH. The role focuses on constructing intricate 3‑D CAD models of foreign spacecraft, including layout of subsystems, antenna and solar panel motion, and materials descriptions, in industry standards formats for client use.

You will collaborate with military, government, and contractor teams to deliver high-confidence space system analyses,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering with 4+ years of experience or Master’s with 2+ years; additional experience considered.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 2+ years with SolidWorks, NX, Catia or similar 3D CAD software.
• Industry or government experience in 3D CAD/CAE.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Construct highly detailed 3‑D CAD models of multiple foreign spacecraft.
• Draft notional capabilities of satellite components.
• Model components or entire vehicles.
• Produce high confidence answers to problems of space systems.
• Perform all-source intelligence research and assessments per IC standards.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

3D CAD modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Catia

Job description

Leidos has an immediate & exciting opportunity for a TS/SCI cleared Mechanical Modeling Engineer in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management.

We offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, Immediate Vesting in our 401(k), Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and more.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Modeling Engineer will support the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) at Wright‑Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH. In this role, the engineer will construct highly detailed 3‑D geometric computer‑aided design (CAD) models of multiple foreign spacecraft, including static and dynamic characteristics such as external configuration, layout and location of internal subsystems, antenna and solar panel motion, construction techniques, and materials descriptions. CAD models shall be completed in industry‑standard portable formats, ensuring that products conform to existing standards, as required by the client.

The engineer will collaborate with a team of military, government, and other contractors to achieve high confidence answers to challenging problems. The new colleague will also work independently and possess effective written and verbal communication skills.

Primary Responsibilities

• Construct highly detailed 3‑D geometric CAD models of multiple foreign spacecraft.
• Draft notional capabilities of satellite components.
• Model components or entire vehicles.
• Produce high confidence answers to problems of interest on space systems.
• Perform all‑source intelligence research, analysis, and assessments with Intelligence Community tradecraft standards.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (or similar equivalent degree) with 4+ years of prior relevant experience or a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (or similar equivalent degree) with 2+ years of prior relevant experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• 2+ years of experience with SolidWorks, NX, Catia, or similar 3D CAD modeling software.
• Industry or government experience in 3D CAD/CAE.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; the ability to work individually and with teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with satellite system design, layout, or systems engineering.
• Experience with aerospace industry standards and best practices.
• Experience with US Intelligence Community standards and procedures.
• Experience working at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) or NSIC with 3D CAD Intelligence Community models.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $87,100.00 – $157,450.00

Non‑Discrimination Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.