Sr Advanced Mechanical Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Canonsburg, PA

3d•$130,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Undersea Mission Solutions, a business area within General Dynamics Mission Systems, develops and manufactures software and hardware systems for the Department of Defense, including torpedo guidance and control systems. The Sr. Advanced Mechanical Engineer will join the Undersea Systems Business Area on a cross-functional team designing and developing ruggedized electronics equipment for the United States Navy, including equipment for underwater use, test equipment, and related fixtures. The role contributes hands-on technical work and leadership to the technical and production success of programs. The position supports torpedo systems through proposal, research, development, manufacturing, testing, and documentation activities. It leads mechanical design efforts and designs and analyzes components and electromechanical assemblies for harsh environmental conditions such as shock, vibration, and temperature. The engineer creates and reviews fabrication and assembly drawings and bills of materials, develops test and production fixtures, and collaborates with manufacturing and production teams to resolve issues and meet program schedules and customer commitments. The role also communicates technical matters to program management, Navy customers, and government officials and conducts peer reviews. This position is fully on-site at the company’s Canonsburg, Pennsylvania facility. The stated salary range is USD $130,000–$150,000 per year. A 9/80 schedule is available, with every other Friday off if desired.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related science, engineering, or mathematics field and at least 8 years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance obtainable within a reasonable time, subject to security investigation and eligibility requirements for classified access.
U.S. citizenship, due to the nature of work performed at the facilities.
Strong proficiency with modeling CAD tools to create mechanical models and drawings.
Extensive knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods and technical, government, and industry standards.
Experience leading complex projects and ability to work collaboratively and think creatively.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write technical papers and proposals.
Strong attention to detail.
Experience with ANSYS Finite Element Analysis software and FEA methods.
Experience with thermal and structural design of electronic systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ruggedized electronics packaging for Naval applications.
Experience with GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
Experience using SolidWorks CAD.
Electronics packaging design experience.
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.

Responsibilities

Participate in cross-functional teams developing ruggedized electronics assemblies for various torpedo platforms.
Support proposal, research, development, manufacturing, testing, and documentation phases for torpedo systems.
Support development, manufacturing, and testing phases for torpedo systems test equipment.
Lead mechanical design efforts for torpedo systems and related test systems.
Design and analyze components and electromechanical assemblies to meet contract requirements and withstand harsh environmental conditions, including shock, vibration, and thermal stresses, using ANSYS Finite Element Analysis software.
Produce and review part fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks CAD and Windchill EPDM while adhering to ASME standards Y14.100 and Y14.5.
Develop fixtures and equipment to support testing and production.
Prepare technical presentations, recommendations, and written communications explaining technical issues to program management, Navy customers, and government officials.
Present new designs and explain technical issues to program management, Navy customers, and government officials.
Perform peer reviews supporting mechanical tasks across the Business Area.
Work with manufacturing and production teams to resolve emergent issues in a timely manner and support development and production schedules and customer commitments.