Mechanical Engineer 4

V2X•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism. V2X Engineering is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team in Indianapolis, IN supporting development of a diverse set of mission critical products including ground based systems, airborne systems, weapon systems integration, armament equipment, launchers, suspension and release equipment, cutting edge system integrations, radar systems, cockpit displays, avionics and more. Our Indianapolis facility also supports a variety of other product lines serving multiple Department of Defense (DoD) customers providing the opportunity to work on a diverse set of programs and roles supporting the continued advancement of your career and opportunity for rapid career advancement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) degree program
Must be a US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level clearance
Ability to work onsite at our Indianapolis, Indiana facility with an Integrated Product Team being hands on with hardware.
A minimum of 8 years professional work experience required.
Experience in the design, integration, or testing of mechanical components and assemblies
Competent using 3-D CAD Modeling Tools (CREO preferred)
Working knowledge of data management systems (Windchill preferred)
Proficient in application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, (ASME Y14.5 standards)
Strong planning and organizational skills with ability to be adaptable to changing priorities and assignments
Performing trade studies
Must be a self-starter, a quick learner, and be able to function in a dynamic environment, and have good time management skills.
Must have strong teaming skills, and good communication skills.
Demonstrated Creative thinking and problem solving
Understanding of manufacturing processes including traditional CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, mechanical assemblies, water jet, laser, welding, EDM, additive manufacturing, etc.
Understanding of aerospace materials and coatings

Nice To Haves

Experience capturing key characteristics & requirements for systems
Design, integration, or test experience/understanding of any combination
Airborne podded systems
Launchers
Airborne armament equipment or alternate mission equipment
Cockpit displays
Avionics
Radar Systems
Mobile Ground Systems
Ground Vehicle Structures
Custom/COTS Electronics including wires, relays, and analog electronics
Design for human factors/safety
Prototyping and agile methodologies

Responsibilities

Design of new products and test hardware, as well as the improvement of existing products.
Utilize mechanical engineering expertise during the proposal and concept generation phase, product development, production, and qualification testing phases of new product design.
Design creative solutions that meet product requirements.
Proficient with 3D modeling and drafting.
Hands-on supporting production, integration, and testing.
Develop solutions which leverage commercial off the shelf (COTS) products paired with custom hardware.
Resourceful researcher engaging vendors, manufacturers, and SME’s regarding design decisions.
Take part in design reviews at both part, subsystem and system level including Peer Reviews, DFMAs, PDRs, and CDRs.
Provide leadership on mechanical designs and provide mentorship to junior engineers.
Work closely with systems, electrical, test, and production engineers.
Leverage strong verbal and written communication to adapt to a wide variety of high-pressure situations while maintaining professionalism and courtesy.
Embrace challenges and have a passion to support our DoD customers and international allies.