SAIC · 1 day ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Newport, RI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
14+ years expSAIC is seeking an organized and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer who will work effectively in a fast-paced environment, specifically with submarine launched weapons / UUV systems and related test equipment. The role involves designing, developing, testing, and implementing modern systems for the U.S. Navy, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and guiding advanced technological ideas into final products.
Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work in a team environment with government and SAIC engineers to design, development, test and implement modern systems for the U.S. Navy
Help to understand and drive requirements for production, development testing, and final testing of highly complex mission hardware
Support the design of vehicle components, systems, mechanisms, fluid systems, tools, and other types of hardware to mitigate obsolescence, improve performance and manufacturability
Utilize hand calculations and tools such as FEA to inform and validate design decisions
Support CAD model development and engineering analyses to include FEA, CFD, Thermal, Fatigue, Acoustics, etc
Demonstrate ownership of all project phases from initial concept to final commissioning and operation
Develops advanced technological ideas and guides their development into a final product
Work closely with a team of engineers and technicians to build, assemble, and operate all components, hardware, and test systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineering, to ensure seamless integration of systems and components
Support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and present at Program Management Reviews (PMRs) as a valued team member
Act as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field and fourteen (14) years' experience; additional four (4) years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree
Must be willing to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance; Interim Secret to start; US Citizenship required
Proven experience in the design, development, and integration of systems or related technologies
Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Knowledge of and experience in selecting materials, manufacturing methods, and surface treatments for mechanical components
Experience working effectively across multi-disciplinary teams
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks
Proficiency in utilizing engineering design and simulation tools and software
Position requires U.S. Citizenship and travel up to 25%
Company
SAIC
SAIC specializes in IT, enterprise IT, engineering, and professional services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$522.13MKey Investors
U.S. Geothermal
2025-09-22Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2010-09-13Post Ipo Equity· $22M
2006-10-13IPO
Leadership Team
Prabu Natarajan
Chief Financial Officer
Kevin F Brown
Senior Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer
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