Senior Mechanical Engineer TDP Lead

Leidos • Huntsville, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Leidos’ Defense Systems Hypersonic Weapons Division is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineering TDP Lead to join their team to support the Army and Navy in delivering top-tier capability to the warfighter by supporting the Thermal Protection System (TPS) program of the Common Hypersonic Glide Body (CHGB). The CHGB is the Army’s #1 priority for strategic weapons capability for long-range precision fires and will counter and gain a lead on our adversaries' technological advances in this field. The selected candidate will oversee execution of the Technical Data Package (TDP) for the TPS program. As the TDP Lead, you will work to both review and ensure a technically sound package is produced and delivered to the customer and to manufacturing, as well as working to manage the project by defining work scope, task descriptions, and manpower requirements to meet the program objectives and commitments. You’ll work closely with the design agent and government customer, as well as the production engineering team to drive changes to the TDP that will help improve the design, manufacturability, and cost of the CHGB. 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. The team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as PTC Creo, CATIA, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks.
• Experience working within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) environments (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter, or equivalent).
• Proficiency applying ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles, including tolerance stack-up analysis for components and assemblies, with expertise in profile and positional tolerancing.
• Understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, configuration management processes, and engineering change processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical reviews and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical projects and providing technical direction to teams of three or more engineers and CAD designers.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Experience interacting directly with customers and serving as the engineering organization's technical representative.
• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently while effectively contributing in a collaborative team environment and providing technical guidance and mentorship to others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret security clearance.
• 3+ years prior experience creating engineering drawings using Solidworks and Windchill.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams in a classified environment.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and releasing Technical Data Packages (TDPs) in accordance with MIL-STD-31000.
• Experience supporting DoD programs related to missile systems, reentry vehicles, or hypersonic technologies.
• Experience conducting design reviews, root cause investigations, failure analyses, and engineering change implementation.
• Prior work in assembly, integration, or testing of missile systems.
• Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality management systems and aerospace manufacturing practices.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
• Understanding of cost, schedule, technical, and risk considerations associated with engineering development programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate mechanical design activities for a team of mechanical engineers and CAD designers in support of Technical Data Package (TDP) development and sustainment within a classified laboratory environment.
• Collaborate with the TPS Design Agent and cross-functional engineering teams to evaluate, develop, and implement design changes that improve manufacturability, reduce production issues, and enhance product performance.
• Plan, facilitate, and lead classified and unclassified Internal Review Boards (IRBs), Tabletop Reviews (TTRs), and other technical design reviews with government customers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor engineering deliverables, schedules, and program metrics; prepare status reports for program leadership and customers while identifying opportunities to improve engineering processes, quality, and efficiency.
• Serve as an authorized Data Transfer Agent (DTA), ensuring the secure handling, transfer, and accountability of classified technical data in accordance with government and company security requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and CAD designers by providing technical guidance, design oversight, and support for professional development.
• Support proposal activities, technical planning, risk assessments, and engineering estimates for new and existing programs, as required.

Benefits

• 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.
• Solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

What This Job Offers

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