Mechanical Engineer Associate
About The Position
SAIC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Panama City Beach, Florida. This role is based in a dynamic environment at the Holley Engineering and Integration Center, supporting the rapid development, prototyping, and production of cutting-edge adaptive warfare technologies. The ideal candidate will possess a balance of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset, with experience in handling mid-level engineering responsibilities. The position involves supporting mechanical equipment design, system design, testing, and troubleshooting, with support ranging from Research & Development to Production Support. The program focuses on asymmetric and adaptive warfare systems, aiming to provide flexible, cost-effective solutions for various asset types and modalities, and supports accelerated development and fielding of technologies to meet emergent warfighter requirements.
Requirements
- experience in handling mid-level engineering responsibilities
- basic understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles
Responsibilities
- Contribute technical expertise to support a variety of mechanical engineering projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Assist in designing and developing mechanical systems, equipment packages, and structural components to meet project requirements.
- Capture and interpret design requirements, with a basic understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles.
- Conduct feasibility assessments and testing for new or modified designs, reporting findings to stakeholders.
- Support and collaborate with technicians and support personnel in preparing detailed designs, documentation, testing protocols, and prototype fabrication.
- Provide technical contributions to the project's documentation and technical writing efforts.
- Assist senior team members with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues on mechanical systems and components.
- Prepare variance reports and address issues related to technical or manufacturing documentation when required.
- Maintain communication with program management and integration staff to align and resolve technical challenges.
- Review and refine drawings, specifications, and procurement documentation to ensure vendors understand technical requirements and risks are addressed.
- Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure compliance with engineering standards and design objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
