Mechanical Engineer – Hypersonics

About the role

Leidos' Defense Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Hypersonics line of business in Huntsville. The engineer supports hypersonic development programs and contributes to advanced weapon system development. Work is performed in both classified and unclassified environments.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies for advanced hypersonic vehicles.
• Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including drawings, bills of materials and specifications.
• Maintain interface control drawings and related engineering documentation.
• Develop designs considering functionality, manufacturability, assembly, inspection and producibility.
• Apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and perform tolerance analyses and engineering calculations.
• Take part in design reviews, peer reviews and other technical meetings.
• Support material, process, finish and fastener selection for aerospace and defense applications.
• Help with prototype fabrication, assembly, integration and testing, and troubleshoot mechanical issues with senior engineers.
• Collaborate with structural, thermal, systems, manufacturing, quality and test engineering teams.

Required profile

• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to facilitate technical meetings and communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration.

Required skills

• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools such as Creo, CATIA, AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Experience in PLM environments.
• Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and basic tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Understanding of engineering drawings, specifications and configuration management.
• Fundamental understanding of statics, mechanics of materials, materials science and manufacturing processes.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred: experience with DoD missile, reentry or hypersonic programs, Creo and Windchill, aerospace materials and manufacturing, and hands-on hardware support. Pay range: $69,550 - $125,725.