Mechanical Cable Designer
About The Position
Leidos Defense is seeking a Mechanical Cable Designer to design electrical power and signal cables, as well as the hardware that connects, routes, and secures them, for systems including launchers, missiles, radars, and satellites. The designer will use 2D and 3D CAD software and the Leidos Enterprise Product Life Management (ELPM) Windchill system. The role requires working knowledge of government and industry-standard connectors and cable parts. The designer will work independently on daily tasks with guidance and support from senior designers. This position is onsite at a Leidos facility in the Huntsville–North Alabama area; candidates must live in the area or be willing to relocate. U.S. citizenship is required, and the position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an Associate’s degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience, or at least 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Proficiency in CAD software and ability to learn new tools and techniques.
- Familiarity with government and industry standards.
- Ability to work onsite at a Leidos facility and independently with limited supervision.
- Basic understanding of cable design needs, routing considerations, and mechanical design principles.
- Flexibility to switch between tasks and toolsets.
- Resident of the North Alabama area or willingness to relocate to the Huntsville–North Alabama, Alabama area.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- 3D modeling experience with SolidWorks and Creo.
- 2D drawing experience using SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, and Visio.
- 3D routing experience in SolidWorks and Creo.
- Experience with Windchill PLM.
- Background in cable design and/or mechanical design.
- Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and Y14.5 standards.
- Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620D and the National Electric Code.
- Experience creating technical data packages to MIL-STD-31000 requirements.
- Ability to read and interpret cable wiring diagrams.
- Hands-on experience in mechanical and/or cable assembly.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Design electrical power and signal cables for systems such as launchers, missiles, radars, and satellites.
- Design hardware that connects, routes, and secures cables.
- Use 2D and 3D CAD software and the Leidos ELPM Windchill system to develop cable and hardware designs.
- Work independently on daily tasks with guidance and support from senior designers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
