We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer II – Structures to support our client’s engineering and production efforts on combat vehicle programs. This role focuses on providing production support for new designs, resolving build process issues, and driving improvements to mechanical and structural systems integration.

Position Description
The engineer will support the transition of new designs to production and investigate issues encountered during the build process. Responsibilities include generating new design solutions to meet technical, cost, and schedule constraints, designing efficient interface components for product integration, and conducting root-cause analysis for production issues. The role involves close collaboration with a multi-disciplinary engineering team and the preparation of documentation and presentations to support resolution of non-compliance issues.

The engineer will also conduct trade studies, tolerance stack analyses, and ensure design compliance with specifications and military standards. Responsibilities include creating and editing CAD models (PTC Creo preferred), designing and analyzing welded and bolted joints, applying GD&T, and using FEA tools. The engineer will provide input on project schedules and budgets, prepare technical reports and presentations, troubleshoot testing issues, and work with suppliers on cost and quality improvements. The position may require daily on-floor support, walking between locations, and climbing in/on vehicles.

Skills Required

• Ability to deliver technical presentations
• Self-starter with ownership mentality
• Strong analytical skills and experience with root-cause-corrective-action
• Knowledge of FEA and GD&T
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as CREO or SolidWorks

Skills Preferred

• Experience with drawings, models, and GD&T standards
• Tolerance analysis, trade studies, and FEA experience

Experience Required

• Experience designing, analyzing, and integrating technologies into combat vehicles
• Solid modeling and mechanical design experience using CAD systems, preferably PTC Pro-E, CREO, or SolidWorks

Experience Preferred

• Experience in structural or vehicle applications within the defense industry
• Familiarity with military standards and good manufacturing practices
• Experience supporting production environments

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• 401k

Pay Range: $40.00 - $44.00 per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications)

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