Engineer Mechanical 1
About The Position
Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines. This is an opportunity to join our growing team to contribute and influence the Navy's future and work on a broad spectrum of exciting projects and problems The Engineer candidate will perform dynamic (shock) analyses utilizing finite element analysis (FEA) methods with the pre-/post-processor (FEMAP and NASTRAN, Abaqus, Hypermesh, Government codes) computer applications, perform hand calculations using textbook methods, and develop engineering calculation reports The candidate will be working in an environment where technical growth opportunities abound, leading to exciting opportunities to grow in dynamic and transient analysis methods, underwater explosion analysis and related projects Eventual SECRET clearance will be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant exempt experience.
- Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Nice To Haves
- The Shock Engineering and Advanced Analysis team is looking for an Engineer Mechanical 1 for support of all platforms (CVN, Special Projects, VCS, SSNX)
- Basic knowledge of solid mechanics and dynamics
- Basic knowledge of Finite Element Analysis method
- General and specific coding skills and experience (e.g. Matlab)
- Self-starter with ability to learn new things
- Ability to move forward on projects when path isn’t clear through consultation with senior engineers
- Good communication skills (written and oral)
Responsibilities
- perform dynamic (shock) analyses utilizing finite element analysis (FEA) methods with the pre-/post-processor (FEMAP and NASTRAN, Abaqus, Hypermesh, Government codes) computer applications
- perform hand calculations using textbook methods
- develop engineering calculation reports
Benefits
- We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more.
- Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
