Senior Mechanical Engineer

wings in Solidworks Product Data Management (PDM) Pro tool.

Perform structural, vibration, shock, thermal, and hydrodynamic analysis of conceptual and detailed designs using hand calculations and analysis software such as Solidworks, ANSYS and COMSOL.

Present mechanical designs and justify engineering decisions during engineering reviews both internally within the company and with external customers.

Collaborate with colleagues across other engineering disciplines (electrical engineers, software developers, and systems engineers) to help ensure complex systems meet customer requirements.

Work with manufacturing and test & evaluation teams to build prototype systems and conduct testing in the lab and out at sea.

Basic Qualifications

Requires B.S. degree in mechanical engineering or closely related field and 12 - 16 years of prior relevant experience or M.S. degree in mechanical engineering or closely related field and 10 - 14 years of prior relevant experience.

Able to obtain Secret clearance or higher

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work.

Strong, effective, and professional communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Capable of leading interdisciplinary technical teams.

Ability to take initiative in troubleshooting mechanical issues; creative in determining approach or action to take in non-routine situations.

Demonstrated experience with Solidworks and Solidworks Product Data Management (PDM) Pro.

Experienced in creating drawings to ASME standards, including applying Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.

Demonstrated experience performing analysis of mechanical systems (thermal, structural, and hydrodynamic) using hand calculations and commercial FEA/CFD software packages (Solidworks, Ansys, Comsol)

Background designing, building, and testing prototype and limited production hardware systems.

Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders, and work in enclosed spaces.

Preferred Qualifications

Maritime systems and/or ocean engineering experience greatly preferred.

Prior experience with unmanned underwater vehicles, operating and control systems and associated electronics/sensors, launch and recovery subsystems, and system-to-host interfaces, including acoustic ranging and communications.

Experience working with manual machine tools (mill & lathe) and fabrication equipment (saws, grinders, welders).

Experience with additive manufacturing processes (3D printing)

Familiarity working as part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) on DOD programs of record.

Knowledge of subsea acoustic systems (projectors & hydrophones).

Experience designing for tight-tolerance optical systems.

Knowledge of corrosion processes and designing systems to operate long-term in corrosive environments.

Fiber optic telemetry experience.

Original Posting Date:
2024-12-18
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $126,100.00 - $227,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.