Lead Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Mechanical 4) - 18638

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Date: Apr 19, 2024

Location: Crane, IN, Indiana, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 18638 

Required Travel: 0 - 10% 

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Senior HI

 

This opportunity resides with Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. From towers to processors, we design, develop, integrate and manage the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, exploitation and analysis for the Intelligence Community, the military services, geographic and functional combatant commands and DoD agencies. 

 

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.

Summary

HII Mission Technologies Division is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team. This role requires collaboration with all levels of managers, engineers, and technicians promoting growth and development within the C5ISR group. We are looking for a candidate who can make an immediate impact as part of the RDT&E Mechanical and Electromechanical devices in support of Special Purpose Munitions (SPM) program assisting with military applications. Works autonomously with minimal direction. May provide a leadership role for the mechanical work group through knowledge in requirements flow-down, concept creation, rapid-prototyping, mechanical design, environmental analysis, producibility analysis, or environmental testing. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Characteristics of a successful candidate include attention to detail, creativity, focus on customer expectation, willingness to work outside comfort-zone, and have effective written & presentation skills.
 

What You Will Do

  • Provide engineering experience in support of research, design, development, integration, and analysis of complex electro-mechanical products.
  • Perform 3D modeling, 2D drafting, and computer aided simulations of concept designs.
  • Create preliminary, draft, or final released technical data packages.
  • Identify problems or deficiencies that shall require configuration or procedural changes.
  • Prepare and review input to technical reports, letters, memoranda, bid proposals, white papers, and formal briefings.
  • Develop and execute product testing and integration plans for new or updated products.
  • Generate system-level requirements and requirements flow-down from system to sub-system, produce test plan and procedures, identify verification criteria, document issues, and perform root-cause analysis.
  • Analyze complex functions, procedures, and problems to find creative, logical, and effective solutions. 
  • Prepare task break-down, duration estimates, and project milestones during project planning.
  • Provide inputs to project managers and technical leads on programmatic and technical deliverables during program execution.
  • Educate and advise junior staff members in technical and procedural aspects of the team.
  • Interface with vendors and customers.
  • Comply with applicable AS9100 Quality procedures in the performance of duties.
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What We Are Looking For: Minimum Qualifications

  • 9 years relevant experience with bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 4 years relevant experience with PHD or Juris Doctorate in related field.
  • Proficient in solid modeling and simulation tools such as SolidWorks CAD, Simulation, and Electrical Cable Routing.
  • Skilled performing structural shock & vibration and thermal Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using tools such as Ansys Mechanical Workbench and Icepak, or related.
  • Working knowledge of ASME Y14.100, ASME Y14.5, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standard practice.
  • Understanding of Military, ANSI, and IPC-620 standards.
  • Extensive experience in management of projects and teams A good candidate will show experience with RDT&E development with products in a compliance driven environment.
  • Knowledge of cable harness assembly materials and methods.
  • Experience interfacing with vendors and customers.

Preferred: Bonus Points For

  • Experience w/
    • Technical drawing creation in tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
    • Transition of products from concepts to prototyping to production.
    • Environmental testing equipment. 
    • Mentoring less-experience engineers by teaching tools, techniques, and processes.
    • Quality metrics.
    • SolidWorks PDM
  • Active Secret Clearance

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 diverse 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.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. 

 

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 Technical Solutions.