UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies · 11 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the NSWCDD High Energy Laser Weapon Systems division. The role involves performing mechanical design and development, managing design inputs, and overseeing the mechanical systems to ensure they meet performance requirements.
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Responsibilities
Experience managing models inputs that trace requirements and specifications to the design of the mechanical system
Experience defining and evaluating risks at the system and sub-system level and verifying the mechanical system is engineered to meet performance requirements
Experience overseeing the design of the mechanical system and developing the system architecture
Experience managing the planning and development of mechanical validation plans and testing plans with priorities on key system requirements
Experience managing the development of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for the mechanical hardware design and ensuring there is traceability to the Directed Energy Weapons (DEWS) Reference Architecture (RA)
Experience managing the development of Internal Requirements Specification (IRSs) for the mechanical system
Experience Overall management and oversight of the work and products ensuring the mechanical development meets schedule and sufficient quality to pass performance requirements
Prefer a strong background and experience in systems engineering within mechanical engineering design
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline
Ten (10) years experience in mechanical design and test
Three (3) years experience in mechanical engineering design and development
Current experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD programs
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Must have and be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level
US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location
Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
Preferred
Prefer a strong background and experience in systems engineering within mechanical engineering design
Candidates with an active DoD security clearance are preferred