Senior Mechanical Engineer

QinetiQ • Novato, CA • 4h ago

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer, who will be responsible for the design, development, and design maintenance of military and commercial hardware products. Products include ruggedized military electronic equipment for maritime applications, robotic ground vehicles, vehicle autonomy hardware and ground robots. Acting as a technical lead supporting existing and new products, the candidate will evaluate design changes, perform design and analysis tasks, plan and oversee design tasks, review and approve design documentation. at our Franklin and Waltham, MA facility.

Responsibilities

Provide "hands-on" support for mechanical design and product issues related to various DOD pre-production and production programs

Electromechanical design, layout and modeling of electro-mechanical assemblies, robotic systems and assorted military hardware

Participate in the formal Engineering Change process

Design hardware products using 3D CAD modeling tools

Responsible for oversight and tasking to other engineers on project designs

Perform design and drawing checking and approval

Perform system level tolerance analysis

Facilitate review meetings and present at all levels of formal design review meetings

Interface with vendors and identify sources of supply for critical fabrication items

Creation of detail designs and drawings for fabrication

Interface with customers on a project engineering level

Participate in cost estimation for development programs

Provide direction and guidance to other engineers and design staff

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a similar engineering discipline

5-12 years' experience in mechanical design in all aspects of a product lifecycle

Experience in all phases of design/development (concept to production)

Experience in processing Engineering Changes to documentation on DOD programs

Must have experience with metal fabrication design, electromechanical hardware design, and have an understanding of manufacturing techniques

Experience creating and working with formal design/development processes with an emphasis on transitioning projects from proto@type development to production

Must be proficient using 3-D Solid Modeling software (PTC CREO and/or Solidworks)

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings, and models

Must have experience with creation of detailed drawing and geometric tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)

Direct technical lead experience managing design tasks

Must demonstrate excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Must have experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Must be able to obtain a DOD Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Model Based Definition

Experience designing hardware for DoD Maritime programs

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $100,000- $130,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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