Principal Mechanical Engineer

Jobs via Dice; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to support the NSWC Crane customer in the Small Arms Weapons Division. The role requires advanced education and extensive experience in mechanical engineering, specifically in ammunition. Responsibilities include engineering tasks, test plans, and technical documentation. This position does not allow for remote work and requires a security clearance.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering of ammunition.
• Extensive experience with all calibers of ammunition and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide test and evaluation, engineering, modeling and simulation.
• Develop Design Verification Test plans and project cost estimates.
• Draft Test and Evaluation Plans and Hazard Classification Reports.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Technical Documentation

Safety Qualification Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Job ID: 2505800

Location: CRANE, IN, US

Date Posted: 2025-05-16

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Mechanical Engr

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required: Interim Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC is looking for an Engineer to support our NSWC Crane customer, in the Small Arms Weapons Division, JXN. This role requires individuals with advanced education and 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering of ammunition, handling complex engineering tasks.

Job Duties

1. Provide test and evaluation, engineering, modeling and simulation, and prepare technical data packages for Small Arms Ammunition (.22 through .60 caliber and 40mm grenades).
2. Support NSWC Crane small arms ammunition projects by developing Design Verification Test plans, Hazard Classification plans, Surface Danger Zones development plans, and project cost estimates.
3. Assist in ammunition development, safety, reliability, and performance evaluation.
4. Develop ammunition performance specifications and drawings following ASME Y14.100M and MILSTD-100 standards.
5. Design test methods and test equipment.
6. Draft Test and Evaluation Plans, SOPs, Hazard Analyses, Environmental and Performance Test Reports, Hazard Classification and Insensitive Munitions Reports, and Demilitarization/Disposal Plans.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited university and at least 9 years of experience.
• Extensive experience with all calibers of ammunition, test equipment, and requirements (SAAMI, SCATP), along with safety qualification knowledge.
• Knowledge of technical documentation methods supporting weapons and ammunition products throughout their lifecycle.
• Ability to prepare test plans, reports, and technical documents for various calibers of ammunition.

Required Clearance:

• Interim clearance required to start, with ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

SAIC accepts applications continuously; no deadline. COVID policy: No vaccination requirement, but site policies apply.

SAIC provides full lifecycle services in engineering, technology, and enterprise IT, serving U.S. federal government clients. Headquartered in Reston, VA, with approx. $4.5 billion revenue.