Senior Mechanical Engineer

Shadow ObjectsDahlgren, VA
$100,000 - $150,000Onsite

About The Position

ShadowObjects, LLC is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support advanced engineering initiatives within a Department of Defense (DoD) environment in Dahlgren, VA. This is a full-time, on-site position supporting mission-critical programs. The selected candidate will serve as a subject matter expert responsible for leading mechanical design efforts and supporting the full lifecycle of engineering development, including design, analysis, testing, and production of complex mechanical and electromechanical systems.

Requirements

  • Active Final Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility in Defense Information System for Security
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in mechanical design and engineering, including the design, manufacture, and testing of mechanical assemblies
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems using principles of mechanics and materials
  • Experience developing manufacturing processes, including designing and modifying equipment for fabrication, assembly, and installation
  • Experience with solid modeling and finite element modeling (FEM) techniques
  • Experience performing mechanical and thermal stress analysis
  • Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks and PTC Creo, as well as Microsoft Visio for system design and documentation
  • Experience developing technical data packages (TDPs) in accordance with DoD standards
  • Experience with extreme power internal combustion engines and systems
  • Experience in shock and vibration modeling and simulation
  • Experience with Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) and Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS) methodologies
  • Proven background in design for manufacturability (DFM)

Nice To Haves

  • Experience supporting DoD or defense-related programs
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to work independently and lead technical efforts
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems and components
  • Apply principles of mechanics and materials to assess system performance and reliability
  • Lead design efforts for mechanical assemblies, including fabrication, assembly, and installation
  • Develop and improve manufacturing processes by designing and modifying production equipment and methods
  • Perform mechanical and thermal stress analysis to ensure system integrity under operational conditions
  • Conduct and support testing to validate system performance and design requirements
  • Plan and execute engineering projects to meet technical, schedule, and performance objectives
  • Develop technical data packages (TDPs) and engineering documentation in accordance with DoD standards and instructions
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