Senior Mechanical Engineer

SAIC • North Charleston, SC

44d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an organized and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer who is looking for an opportunity to grow with our company as we continue to expand our support in the modernization and development of various Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2s) designs as well as supporting production activities out of our Charleston, SC office. The ideal candidate should have experience supporting various projects at all levels showcasing leadership qualities and attributes, as well as project management skills. The candidate should have the ability to discuss projects they have supported and/or led. Candidate should be able to self-manage/self-direct projects, and communicate regularly with customers, engineers, logisticians, and technicians.

Requirements

• Broad engineering skill set
• Well-developed work habits
• Enthusiasm for the work
• Willingness to get hands-on with the projects when required
• Eagerness to learn new things
• Ability to work through challenging projects without extensive oversight
• Technical writing and engineering documentation proficiency is paramount to support the development of TDPs, project schedules, AOAs, and presentations.
• Detail oriented and possess excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting various projects at all levels showcasing leadership qualities and attributes
• Project management skills
• Ability to discuss projects they have supported and/or led
• Ability to self-manage/self-direct projects
• Communicate regularly with customers, engineers, logisticians, and technicians

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple high-profile projects which involve interfacing with the customer to define key test requirements, sourcing and interfacing with multiple suppliers / vendors, establishing all supporting project documentation including analysis of alternatives (AOAs), technical design packages (TDPs), presentations, test requirements and operational results.
• Provide leadership throughout the entire project from customer concept to post-test analysis/ facility approval. These projects will broadly include the design and fabrication of components and interfaces for electrical and mechanical systems for both test items and facility infrastructure.
• Ensure all aspects of the project remain on time and budget while meeting all requirements through detail orientation and excellent communication skills.
• Routinely interface with different customers through digital means, in-person meetings at Charleston, SC and occasionally at various customer sites.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed