Senior Mechanical Engineer- Production & Sustainment

National Society for Black Engineers; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 89,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Sr. Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of advanced military electronic systems. This role involves working closely with integrated hardware and requires a self-starter with a strong background in mechanical engineering. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, tackling challenges in production and testing while ensuring compliance with military standards. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to innovative solutions in defense technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and analysis.
• Proficient in modern mechanical engineering software tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex mechanical systems and hardware.
• Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot mechanical faults.

Skills

Design and development of electromechanical hardware

Support of DoD military electronics

Mechanical engineering design tools

Prototyping and testing

Hands-on laboratory experience

Knowledge of MIL standards

Preparation of engineering documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

PTC Creo

MATLAB/Simulink

Siemens NX

ANSYS Icepak

Job description

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a proactive Sr. Mechanical Engineer with analytical capabilities and demonstrated technical expertise. This individual will support the design, development, integration/test, and production of dynamic electronic military systems. The engineer will work closely with hardware integrated into complex countermeasure and electromagnetic attack solutions, including compact electronic warfare systems. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with experience working with integrated military electronic hardware and test equipment.

The selected candidate will execute tasks individually and within small, dynamic teams through production and sustainment phases, and may be involved in concept development, detailed design, qualification, and manufacturing transition. Responsibilities include solving production issues, developing robust hardware solutions, performing detailed design and analysis, and engaging in root cause and corrective actions in a production environment. This involves collaboration with manufacturing teams and suppliers, creating 3D models, drawings, documentation using GD&T principles, performing tolerance, thermal, structural, vibration analyses, and assessing environmental design requirements. Prototypes will be generated to support testing and verification.

The candidate will partner with other engineering disciplines and operations to develop solutions adhering to UPC, DFT, and DFM standards. They will also support troubleshooting mechanical faults, evaluating test failures, and designing test equipment to ensure product performance and integrity.

Required experience includes:

1. Design, development, and analysis of electromechanical hardware and systems
2. Support of DoD military electronics/avionics manufacturing and support
3. Use of state-of-the-art mechanical engineering design tools
4. Design and analysis of multilayer CCAs
5. Prototyping and testing
6. Hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation and processes
7. Knowledge of MIL standards, ASTM, SAE, DO standards
8. Preparation of engineering documentation and presentations

The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth. Due to the nature of this role, work will be performed onsite full-time.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years' experience (4+ years with master's)
• Experience in product development and support of DoD military electronics
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, analysis, and documentation
• Proficiency with modern mechanical engineering software tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated problem solver with experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Proficiency in MS Office and technical programs
• Knowledge of engineering development processes
• Eligibility for DOD Security Clearance

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with manufacturing, production, and sustainment of mechanical systems
• Design/development of complex mechanical systems and hardware
• Experience with electronic circuit card assembly design and manufacture
• Proficiency with ANSYS Workbench/Mechanical, PTC Creo, MATLAB/Simulink, Siemens NX, ANSYS Icepak
• Knowledge of DFM principles

Additional Information

Salary Range: $89,650 - $152,460. Compensation is based on various factors including skills, education, experience, and market conditions.

Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, and other perks. The role requires full-time onsite work due to collaboration needs.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc., is a global defense, aerospace, and security company delivering a wide range of products and services. Our Electronic Systems division employs over 14,000 talented professionals working on innovative defense electronics for various environments worldwide.