Senior Mechanical Engineer

Leidos; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 131,300 - 237,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of shipboard mechanical systems for U.S. Navy platforms. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 10 years of mechanical design experience, including support for US Navy hardware. Strong SolidWorks skills are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, contributing to mission-driven projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of mechanical design experience with at least 3 years supporting US Navy hardware.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of shipboard mechanical hardware.
• Develop 3D models and perform engineering calculations.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces with engineering teams.

Skills

SolidWorks CAD design

Finite Element Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Description

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of shipboard mechanical systems and hardware for U.S. Navy platforms. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a mission-driven environment, understands naval design standards, and can guide complex mechanical solutions from concept through fleet deployment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of shipboard mechanical hardware including enclosure, cooling systems, shock isolated assemblies, and equipment racks.


• Develop 3D models, perform engineering calculations, tolerance analysis and material selections to ensure performance in harsh maritime environments including Mil-DTL-901E and Mil-STD-810.


• Coordinate mechanical interfaces with electrical, structural, and systems engineering teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.


• 10 years of mechanical design experience with at least 3 years supporting US Navy hardware.


• Strong SolidWorks CAD design skills.


• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong SolidWorks Finite Element Analysis skills.


• Experience with shipboard installation design, ship checks, and shipyard coordination.


• Knowledge of Additive Manufacturing techniques.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail.

Original Posting

March 12, 2026

Pay Range

Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com

Pay and Benefits

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