Mechanical Engineer - Unmanned Systems Payload Design

SEACORP • Middletown, RI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SEACORP's Surface/Undersea Technology Integration business area is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of electronic warfare and acoustic systems. These systems are deployed as containerized units, on manned and unmanned vehicles as payloads, and as subsea sensor nodes. Our Advanced Systems Integration task area specializes in prototype design and rapid capability integration to field new technologies relevant to our US Navy and Marine Corps customers. System designs include shipboard alterations and payloads/mission modules for unmanned/minimally manned platforms. Tasking includes concept development, engineering design, drawing and documentation development, loading analysis, production, testing, and installation support for Department of Defense (DoD) and industry partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's level degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• U.S. Citizenship

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of mil-standard environmental testing (e.g. MIL-S-901 Shock, MIL-S-810 Vibration) is a plus.
• Experience with subsea material selection, finishes, design, analysis, and sealing methods is a plus.
• Team oriented with the ability to interface with other engineers, logisticians, and technicians.
• Self-driven to take on responsibility and accountability for workmanship and product deadlines.
• Familiarity with commercial engineering practices, materials, design for manufacturing, maintenance planning, installation methods and other trade skills a plus.
• Experience with SolidWorks software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with electrical, RF, and systems engineers to conceptualize, design, fabricate, and assemble electronic chassis.
• Utilize hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis software to examine structural stresses, shock and hydrodynamic loading responses, vibration behavior, and thermal responses of shipboard hardware.
• Develop system-level component arrangement and installation diagrams.
• Support design and development of payloads, containerized systems, mission modules, sensor nodes, Temporary Alterations (TEMPALTs), and other prototype and production systems.
• Develop design concepts from customer need statements, requirements, and CONOPs.
• Develop components, equipment, foundations, and structures using SolidWorks CAD software.
• Conduct structural loading, hydrodynamic, thermal and vibration analyses using hand calculations and FEA software.
• Develop 2D fabrication, assembly, and installation drawings from 3D models.
• Develop system engineering drawings and documents such as installation plans/procedures, Space, Weight and Power (SWAP) tables, and Weight & Moment tables.
• Review of equipment Interface Control Documents (ICD) and Government Furnished Information (GFI) for integration of systems into existing architecture.
• Selection of mil-spec and Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) materials as warranted.

Benefits

• Choice of two medical insurance programs through Blue Cross & Blue Shield.
• A best in class Dental Insurance Plan through Delta Dental.
• An excellent Vision Benefit providing discounts and allowances for prescription glasses and contact lenses.
• A qualified 401(k) Retirement Savings Account with a generous employer matching contribution up to 8% of your eligible compensation.
• Employer paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance equal to your annual salary.
• Supplemental coverage is available for you and qualified family members as well as Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year (including 2 floating Holidays).
• A generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Referral Bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level