Senior Mechanical Engineer

Saic; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support MADIS designs and related Marine systems out of Charleston, SC. The role emphasizes leading and coordinating multi-project efforts, interfacing with customers, suppliers, and internal teams, and delivering technical design packages and test documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a BS with 5+ years or MS with 3+ years in mechanical engineering, be able to obtain a public trust clearance, and demonstrate strong communication and

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience or MS in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Experience leading multiple projects to completion.
• Strong manufacturing knowledge and metal fabrication principles.
• Experience with PM and/or Systems Engineering practices.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with NI hardware/software or similar data acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple high-profile projects interfacing with customers to define test requirements and manage suppliers.
• Self-manage projects and communicate with customers, engineers, logisticians, and technicians.
• Lead projects from concept through post-test analysis and facility approval for mechanical/electrical interfaces.
• Develop technical documents such as TDPs, AOAs, project schedules, and presentations.
• Ensure on-time and on-budget delivery with detailed documentation.
• Interface with customers at Charleston, SC and at customer sites.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Mechanical Eng

Systems Engineering

Customer interfacing

Technical writing

Education

BS in ME

MS in ME

Tools

NI hardware/software

Data acquisition systems

Metal fabrication knowledge

Job description

Description

SAICis seeking an organized and motivatedSenior Mechanical Engineerwho is looking for an opportunity to grow with our company as we continue to expand our support in the modernization and development of various Marine Air Defense Integration Systems (MADIS) designs as well as supporting production activities out of ourCharleston, SCoffice.

The ideal candidate should have experience supporting various projects at all levels showcasing leadership qualities and attributes, as well as project management skills. The candidate should have the ability to discuss projects they have supported and/or led. Candidate should be able to self-manage/self-direct projects, and communicate regularly with customers, engineers, logisticians, and technicians.

Job Duties:

• Must be able to lead multiple high-profile projects which involve interfacing with the customer to define key test requirements, sourcing and interfacing with multiple suppliers / vendors, establishing all supporting project documentation including analysis of alternatives (AOAs), technical design packages (TDPs), presentations, test requirements and operational results
• The candidate will need a broad engineering skill set, well-developed work habits, enthusiasm for the work, the willingness to get hands‑on with the projects when required, an eagerness to learn new things, and the ability to work through challenging projects without extensive oversight
• The individual will be responsible for leadership throughout the entire project from customer concept to post‑test analysis/ facility approval. These projects will broadly include the design and fabrication of components and interfaces for electrical and mechanical systems for both test items and facility infrastructure
• Technical writing and engineering documentation proficiency is paramount to support the development of TDPs, project schedules, AOAs, and presentations
• The candidate will have to be detail oriented and possess excellent communication skills to ensure all aspects of the project remain on time and budget while meeting all requirements
• The candidate will routinely interface with different customers through digital means, in‑person meetings at Charleston, SC and occasionally at various customer sites

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and five (5) or more years of experience or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and three (3) or more years of experience
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance
• Must have experience leading multiple projects to completion
• Experience with most of the following:
  • This position requires strong experience in manufacturing and knowledge of principles of metal fabrication
  • Execution of large-scale projects using formal Project Management and/or Systems Engineering practices
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of mechanical and electrical systems is necessary
  • Experience with National Instrument’s hardware and software systems or other data acquisition systems is preferrable