Mechanical Engineer I
QinetiQ US•Fort Belvoir, VA
•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite
About The Position
As a QinetiQ US Mechanical Engineer, you will support the design, testing and demonstration of prototype EO/IR sensors, weapon systems and soldier equipment at our Ft. Belvoir, VA location. The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering (or similar).
- Understanding of the fundamental principles for performing mechanical design and analysis including structural, thermal, or vibration.
- Familiarity with and ability to use and manipulate technical drawings in mechanical CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Catia, and Autodesk.
- Ability to work across mechanical, aeronautical, astronautical, electrical, and materials engineering disciplines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and technical documentation skills.
- Works well as a part of a team.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Good interpersonal skills including a passionate and can-do attitude.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Basic machine shop and small part fabrication experience
- Composite and/or Aluminum design and/or fabrication experience
- Proficient with analysis tools including Ansys or Solidworks
- Proficient with the computational solver software package MATLAB
- 1-3 years aerospace or ground vehicle experience (dynamic systems)
- Experience with 3D printing and manufacturing
- Experience with transfer of designs to drawings and manufacturing
Responsibilities
- Design and analysis of mechanical components and assemblies for Ground Combat Platforms and EOIR sensor systems.
- Select materials, structures, hardware suitable for application in the System.
- Develop and conduct testing to validate engineering analysis models.
- Convert vehicle operation envelop definition and customer requests into payload and component requirements
- 3D CAD (SolidWorks) design and drafting of mechanical/electrical components and assemblies
- Performing vendor research, selection, and interface.
Benefits
- workplace flexibility
- commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family
- opportunities to work with a purpose
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
