Mechanical Systems Engineer II - DoD Defense Platforms

MLT Systems; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MLT Systems is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer to support the ACV and AAV Sustainment Team under the PM AAA program. The role centers on mechanical systems engineering within defense acquisition, sustainment, and ECP processes, delivering analyses and documentation for sustainment goals.

The candidate will review designs, participate in ECPs, witness hardware integration on AAV/ACV platforms, and present results to government stakeholders to support schedules.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required to participate in classified program activities and maintain compliance with federal security protocols.
• Strong analytical thinking and technical communication skills to articulate complex engineering concepts across technical and managerial domains.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.
• Certifications in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
• INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or equivalent systems engineering certification.
• Familiarity with DoD 8570 baseline certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP) for IT-related systems.
• Experience with lifecycle sustainment planning and risk management frameworks.
• Experience working with tactical and combat vehicles in military or defense environments.
• Strong presentation skills for developing and delivering technical briefs to government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and develop technical documentation to support engineering change proposals and sustainment objectives.
• Conduct detailed technical analyses and participate in design and Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) reviews.
• Witness hardware integration onto AAV/ACV platforms and observe test execution.
• Review test plans and reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Develop informational briefs and present results of AAV/ACV modification tasks to government stakeholders in support of program schedules.
• Engineering design reviews and technical analysis.
• Reviewing and commenting on technical documentation (requirements, CAD files, test plans/reports, engineering change documents).
• Supporting integration and testing of mechanical systems.
• Identifying and mitigating technical risks.
• Familiarity with sustainment processes, configuration management, structured technical reviews, and life cycle support is essential.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

MLT Systems is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer to support the ACV and AAV Sustainment Team under the PM AAA program. The role centers on mechanical systems engineering within defense acquisition, sustainment, and ECP processes, delivering analyses and documentation for sustainment goals.

The candidate will review designs, participate in ECPs, witness hardware integration on AAV/ACV platforms, and present results to government stakeholders to support schedules.