Senior DoD Mechanical Engineer – Secure Systems & NetMod

Sigma Defense Systems LLC; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 97,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical with HSA/FSA/DFSA

Life and AD&D

EAP

401(k) Match

PTO 160 hours

12 Holidays

Educational Assistance

Competitive Salary

Job summary

Sigma Defense Systems LLC in Belcamp, MD, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Army on the NetMod program. You will design mechanical components and assemblies using CAD tools and collaborate with electrical/software teams to integrate rugged systems for military environments.

The position requires 10+ years of relevant experience, DoD contracting exposure, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain/maintain an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years in the DoD contracting market of major weapon systems product development and acquisitions is preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design and analysis, preferably with a focus on electronic systems.
• Proficiency in using 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) for design and documentation.
• Familiarity with TEMPEST requirements or other security-related design considerations.
• Understanding of cable management best practices for secure environments.
• Experience designing mechanical solutions for military, aerospace, or other harsh environment applications.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA).
• Select appropriate materials, manufacturing processes, and tolerances for mechanical designs.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures to validate the performance and reliability of mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues during development, testing, and production phases.
• Collaborate effectively with electrical, software, and other engineering disciplines to integrate mechanical systems.
• Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards, technologies, and best practices.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts for design processes and methodologies.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.

Skills

Mechanical design

DoD contracting

3D CAD proficiency

TEMPEST awareness

Cable management

Military/aerospace experience

Citizenship required

Communication with cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

Job description

Sigma Defense Systems LLC in Belcamp, MD, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Army on the NetMod program. You will design mechanical components and assemblies using CAD tools and collaborate with electrical/software teams to integrate rugged systems for military environments.

The position requires 10+ years of relevant experience, DoD contracting exposure, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain/maintain an active Secret clearance.