Mechanical Engineer - Multiple Levels (Engineer Mechanical) - 27766

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Date: Mar 17, 2026

Location: Alexandria, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 27766 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $84,285.00 - $224,000.00 

Security Clearance: TS/SCI  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

 

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Job Description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is hiring multiple Mechanical Engineers to support operations at our Alexandria, VA location.  

 

As a Mechanical Engineer you will contribute to the design, development and engineering of mechanical systems for complex facilities across domestic and international projects.  

 

The following positions are available:  

 

  • Lead Mechanical Engineer      Salary Range:  $143,140 - $224,000
  • Senior Mechanical Engineer    Salary Range:  $102,724 - $113,000
  • Mechanical Engineer               Salary Range:    $84,285 - $133,000

Essential Job Responsibilities

Researches, plans, designs, verifies, validates and develops mechanical and/or electromechanical products and systems, such as metals, instruments, controls, plastics, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, resonance, hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Recommends various technology options or approaches for system, processes, facility or program improvements in terms of safety, performance, efficiency or costs. May be responsible for the transfer from R and D to manufacturing.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Lead Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Mechanical 5):  15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field.  
    • Minimum of five (5) years experience working as a Mechanical Engineer in a commercial environment. 
    • Experience implementing Building Automation and System 
    • Experience with OCONUS installation service and maintenance 

 

  • Senior Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Mechanical 3):  5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.  
    • Minimum of three (3) years experience working as a Mechanical Engineer in a commercial environment. 
    • Experience implementing Building Automation and System 

 

  • Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Mechanical 2):  2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; or 0 years experience with Masters in related field.  
    • Minimum of two (2) years experience working as a Mechanical Engineer in a commercial environment. 

 

Technical & Additional Requirements: 

  • All levels must possess an active TS/SCI clearance 
  • Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam 
  • Experience utilizing 3-dimensional drafting tools such as CAD, Solidworks, and Revit 
  • Experience working with other development contractors and trades to include non-traditional applications 

Preferred Requirements

  • Lead Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Mechanical 5):
    • Professional Engineering license (PE)
    • Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams 
    • Experience with mechanical industry best practices, regulations and safety standards 

 

  • Senior Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Mechanical 4):
    • Professional Engineering license (PE)
    • Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams 
    • Proficiency with electrical industry best practices, regulations and safety standards 
    • Previous experience working on large teams 

 

  • Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Mechanical 2):
    • Experience working on USG contracts 
    • Experience with mechanical industry best practices, regulations and safety standards 
    • Experience working on teams 
    • Demonstrated experience implementing Building Automation and Systems 

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

 

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

 

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

 

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.