Radar Structure Design Team Lead Mechanical Engineer

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

1d•$131,300 - $237,350•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos’ Ground Based Radar Digitization (GBRD) program is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to lead a team in designing a large radar structure. This is a large, multi-phase radar program with concurrent development, test, production, and sustainment activities. Leading the design team, you will be responsible for design aspects of a very large transportable, modular structure and antenna array. Design scope includes the support structure, interfaces to the antenna array, packaging of electronics, chiller sizing, cable routing, coolant hose routing, and site layout. This role requires a seasoned technical contributor proficient in applying technical principles, theories, and concepts in mechanical engineering, structural design, and analysis. You will be responsible for developing solutions to technical problems and issues that may be difficult or unclear while collaborating with other members of the design, structural, and thermal analysis teams. You will primarily accomplish work through leading your team of design engineers. You will be responsible for meeting product technical requirements within schedule and budget. This is not your average engineering position. You will work on a team of the most talented engineers in the region who push you to be better every day. This is a fast-paced program with unique technical challenges that will be a rewarding milestone in any engineering career. If you are up for the challenge of joining this team, then apply today to be considered. Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
BS + 12 years progressive engineering experience, or MS + 10 years.
Proficient with structural design via CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or AutoCAD
Experience with drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5
Basic understanding and application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
Strong attention-to-detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Active DoD security clearance (or eligibility to obtain).

Nice To Haves

Solidworks experience preferred
Windchill experience preferred
Basic understanding or experience with radars or other advanced sensing technologies.
Experience with large steel structures including welded structures and bolted assemblies.
Experience with large, modular structures for repeated setup and teardown.
Experience with cable routing, electronics packaging, and/or thermal solutions.
Experience with technical data and documentation release and management in Windchill.
Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.
Knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 Technical Data Package (TDP) development.
Active DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of 3-5 mechanical engineers in the design, analysis, manufacture, and emplacement of a new digitized radar system
Support and perform technical trade studies
Apply sound engineering practices to develop concepts using CAD and mature designs that meet system requirements
Support technical peer, table-top, and internal/external design reviews
Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including CAD models, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications
Communicate and collaborate effectively with design, analysis, and fabrication teams to resolve mechanical challenges