Mechanical Engineer

nou Systems, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to support programs across its Technical Solutions Division. The programs rely on rugged, well-engineered hardware for sensing systems, maritime and undersea platforms, and emerging biotechnology concepts. The engineer will work with government customers, industry partners, and research organizations to assess mission needs, develop capabilities, and modernize fielded and developmental defense systems. The role takes designs from early concept through detailed design, fabrication, integration, and test, producing prototypes built to production-hardware standards. It is suited to engineers who are comfortable working across multiple programs and want to see their designs perform beyond the lab. The position is contingent upon contract funding.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
At least 5 years of mechanical design experience; experience in defense, aerospace, or ruggedized hardware is preferred.
Proficiency in one or more major 3D CAD platforms, such as Creo, SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or Inventor, and ability to adapt quickly to new tools as programs require.
Strong command of GD&T, drawing standards, and tolerance analysis.
Hands-on experience taking designs through fabrication, assembly, and test.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Secret clearance.
Experience with Creo.
Experience across multiple CAD platforms.
Experience with FEA and thermal analysis tools such as ANSYS, Creo Simulate, or SolidWorks Simulation.
Experience designing for military environmental standards such as MIL-STD-810.
Experience packaging electronics, RF hardware, or antenna systems.
Experience with sealed or pressure-rated enclosures for maritime or undersea use.
Familiarity with additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and machining processes.
Experience with PDM/PLM systems and configuration management.
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

Develop mechanical concepts and detailed designs for enclosures, structures, mounts, housings, and mechanisms supporting electronic, RF, and sensor payloads.
Produce 3D models, assemblies, and fully dimensioned 2D drawings using GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
Perform engineering analysis, including tolerance stack-ups and structural, thermal, and environmental assessments, to inform design decisions.
Select materials, finishes, and manufacturing processes appropriate to cost, schedule, and operating environment.
Prepare fabrication packages and work with machine shops, additive manufacturing sources, and outside vendors through build and inspection.
Lead mechanical integration and support assembly, bring-up, and testing of prototype hardware in the lab and in the field.
Design for environmental requirements such as shock, vibration, sealing, and thermal management, and support qualification testing.
Collaborate with RF, embedded, and systems engineers to resolve packaging, interface, and integration challenges.
Own mechanical work packages, document assumptions and limitations, and brief findings to technical leads and customers.
Contribute to proposals and technical concept development for new business.
Mentor junior engineers and support disciplined, production-minded design.
Use AI-enabled tools responsibly in accordance with company policy.