Leidos · 9 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$87K/yr - $157K/yr
4+ years expLeidos is a technology leader serving government and commercial customers, and they are seeking a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer to support their Mechanical Manufacturing Facility. The role focuses on designing and developing tooling and fixturing for precision machining and assembly operations in aerospace hardware production.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and develop production tooling and fixturing to support machining, welding, assembly, handling, and inspection operations
Create detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks, releasing controlled documentation through Windchill EPLM
Develop workholding solutions for new and existing CNC machining centers, including 3-axis, 5-axis, mill-turn, VTL, and gantry equipment
Apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and perform tolerance stack analyses to ensure tooling and part interfaces meet functional requirements
Generate bills of materials (BOMs) and support procurement of tooling components, hardware, and fabricated assemblies
Serve as a CAD and drawing checker/reviewer for the Manufacturing Engineering team, ensuring accuracy, proper GD&T application, adherence to Leidos design practices, and high-quality documentation standards
Lead tooling design projects from concept through deployment, including requirements definition, design reviews, prototype evaluations, and transition to production
Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, Weld Engineering, Quality, and Production to ensure tooling supports safe, efficient, and repeatable shop-floor execution
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to tooling ergonomics, setup reduction, machining efficiency, and process capability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 4-8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's Degree with 2-6 years of experience from an ABET-accredited institution
Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software, with experience producing detailed models, assemblies, and engineering drawings
Demonstrated experience with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis
Ability to interpret machining requirements and effectively collaborate with CNC programmers on workholding needs
Ability to work with limited direction while managing priorities and leading tooling design efforts
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Clear and effective communication skills across multidisciplinary teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Must be a US Citizen and meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Preferred
Prior experience designing tooling or fixturing for machining, welding, assembly, or inspection applications
Experience checking or reviewing engineering drawings and CAD models for compliance to standards and manufacturing intent
Experience supporting new equipment integration and tooling readiness for capital machine installations
Familiarity with Windchill EPLM or other PLM systems
Understanding of cost, manufacturability, ergonomics, and schedule impacts of design decisions
Prior experience supporting DoD, aerospace, missile, or reentry-vehicle manufacturing programs
Experience working in dynamic production environments with evolving requirements
Benefits
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Amy Smith
Senior Vice President, Government Affairs
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