Mechanical Engineer

Altus Technology Solutions • Indian Head, MD

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Altus Technology Solutions is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support engineering, design, qualification, and certification activities at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD). The role supports national defense programs through new design development, engineering analysis, system qualification, testing, and certification. The engineer works with government personnel, engineering and manufacturing teams, and other project stakeholders to develop, evaluate, and sustain mechanical systems and equipment.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides technical expertise throughout the engineering lifecycle, including design development, testing, technical documentation, and engineering assessments. The position supports multiple projects in a dynamic technical environment and contributes to engineering innovation, technical quality, and successful program execution.

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing and maintaining required medical and safety qualifications. These include a DOT medical physical and valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MCSA-5876), an ordnance handling physical/medical qualification and certification, medical clearance to wear required respiratory protection, and pulmonary function testing/spirometry for respirator qualification. Failure to meet or maintain these conditions may result in termination, subject to applicable law.

Requirements

• Active or interim U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance; interim clearance must be obtained before the start date.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience supporting engineering design, analysis, testing, or technical development activities.
• Experience preparing technical documentation, engineering reports, and design packages.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, design processes, and technical problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience supporting qualification, testing, or certification efforts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Successfully complete and maintain a DOT medical physical and valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MCSA-5876).
• Successfully complete and maintain the required ordnance handling physical/medical qualification and certification.
• Successfully complete the required medical evaluation and maintain clearance to wear required respiratory protection.
• Successfully complete required pulmonary function testing (PFT)/spirometry for respirator qualification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting Department of Defense engineering programs.
• Experience supporting qualification and certification activities.
• Experience developing and maintaining technical data packages (TDPs).
• Experience supporting engineering change proposals and configuration management activities.
• Experience supporting energetics, ammunition, explosives, or defense-related systems.
• Experience with engineering modeling, analysis, or CAD tools.
• Experience supporting test planning, execution, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support projects involving the design, development, analysis, testing, and evaluation of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Develop engineering designs, calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Perform engineering analyses to support design decisions, system improvements, and technical problem resolution.
• Support qualification, certification, and validation activities for new and existing systems.
• Participate in design reviews, engineering assessments, and technical evaluations.
• Develop and execute test plans and support engineering test events.
• Analyze test results and prepare technical reports, recommendations, and engineering documentation.
• Support development and maintenance of technical data packages (TDPs), engineering drawings, and configuration documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support project execution and technical objectives.
• Provide technical support for equipment upgrades, modifications, and engineering change activities.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical systems and identifying corrective actions.
• Support engineering efforts associated with research, development, production, and sustainment activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, and customer specifications.
• Support project planning and provide technical input during project execution.
• Coordinate with government personnel, contractors, vendors, and technical stakeholders to support engineering objectives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Education assistance for professional growth.
• Flexible paid leave.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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