Sr. Mechanical Systems Engineer

Teledyne Brown Engineering; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Brown Engineering in Huntsville seeks a Senior Systems / Mechanical Engineer to lead the technical efforts in developing advanced HVAC solutions for U.S. Government systems. Ideal candidates will have 12+ years of experience in systems engineering and HVAC design, with strong leadership qualities and an Active Secret Clearance.

The role involves assessing existing cooling infrastructure and ensuring successful integration of systems. Candidates should exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Experience with HVAC design and thermal management.
• Proven ability to support U.S. Government programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical efforts on HVAC and thermal management solutions.
• Perform system assessments and define modernization approaches.
• Support Model‑Based Systems Engineering activities.

Skills

Technical leadership

Collaboration across engineering teams

HVAC system architecture

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

The Senior Systems / Mechanical Engineer will serve as a technical lead and subject matter expert supporting the evaluation, definition, and development of advanced HVAC and thermal management solutions for U.S. Government systems. The position is focused on assessing existing cooling infrastructure, defining technical requirements, and developing well‑reasoned modernization approaches suitable for demanding operational environments. This role is centered on technical execution and includes responsibilities in systems engineering, mechanical and HVAC design, thermal analysis, engineering trade studies, and subsystem integration. The engineer will support Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities to ensure requirements traceability, architectural consistency, and technical readiness for future design and prototype efforts. The successful candidate will be capable of translating high‑level technical objectives into sound engineering solutions and presenting clear, defensible technical recommendations to internal teams and government stakeholders. Experience supporting government programs involving complex mechanical or thermal systems, particularly during early system definition or modernization planning phases, is strongly preferred.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership in the definition, analysis, and integration of complex mechanical or HVAC systems, including requirements development, system architecture, and subsystem interfaces.
• Experience in conducting early‑phase system assessments, trade studies, and technical evaluations to support modernization planning or future system development.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams, including coordination with electrical, structural, controls, and manufacturing disciplines.
• Experience in applying Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or structured systems engineering methods to support requirements development and design alignment.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC and thermal management system architectures, including performance analysis, environmental considerations, and system integration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical concepts, findings, and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with minimal supervision while remaining aligned with technical objectives and customer needs.
• Experience supporting U.S. Government programs involving mechanical, thermal, or environmental control systems is strongly preferred.

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four‑year college or university in an accredited engineering discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field) and 12+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, HVAC design, or thermal management supporting complex systems.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply trigonometry, calculus and statistics for design, analysis and problem solving.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be knowledgeable in using software conducive to presenting analytical results, such as charts, graphs, and presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.

Other Skills And Abilities

• Basic Knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/6 Sigma/Kaizen
• Knowledge of specific software (design, analysis, ERP…)

Other Qualifications

• An Active Secret Clearance is required.
• Ability to travel (domestically/internationally) approximately _+/-10__%.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.