Mechanical Engineer - 27274

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Date: Feb 22, 2026

Location: Syracuse, NY, New York, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 27274 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $64,018.00 - $90,000.00 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Entry Level 

 

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

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Syracuse, NY.

 


In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineering leads, technicians, and cross-functional teams to support the design, development, assembly, and manufacturing of advanced power, radar, and sensor systems for military applications. You will have opportunities to contribute to requirements flow-down, concept development, rapid prototyping, mechanical design, environmental analysis, producibility assessments, and environmental testing.

 


This position involves working on complex technical projects that require strong engineering fundamentals and industry knowledge. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, creativity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn beyond their comfort zone, while possessing effective written and presentation skills.

Essential Job Responsibilities

  • Support engineering 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.
  • Provide inputs to project peers and technical leads.
  • Comply with applicable AS9100 Quality procedures in the performance of duties.
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field.
  • Familiarity in 3D solid modeling such as SolidWorks or related.
  • Understanding of dynamic motion and thermal principles, calculations, and applications. 
  • Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a secret level security clearance.

Preferred Requirements

  • Familiarity 2D drawings such as AutoCAD or related. 
  • Experience performing structural shock & vibration and thermal Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using tools such as Ansys Mechanical Workbench and Icepak, or related.
  • Experience with technical drawing creation in tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of metal and plastic fabrication processes and equipment.
  • Knowledge of cable harness assembly materials and methods.
  • Experience interfacing with vendors and customers.
  • Experience with SolidWorks PDM is a plus.
  • Active secret security clearance.

 

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.