Mechanical Engineer II

Position Description

This position will provide direct support to the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Code 34 Imaging In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) Team. Tasking directly provide technical support to in-theater naval assets utilizing legacy and photonic imaging systems and ensure overall fleet readiness of Submarine Imaging Systems. Duties will include but may not be limited to the following:

• Design, create and communicate requirements for Technical Data Packages (TDP).
• Review, analyze, and effectively provide feedback for schematics, diagrams, and requirements for Technical Data Packages (TDP).
• Develop test plans, test readiness evaluations, hardware installation, and troubleshooting recommendations.
• Assist in the analysis of Government Furnished Information (GFI).
• Perform Trade Studies of mil-spec and Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) materials.
• Work closely with other mechanical, systems & electrical engineers to deliver fully functional solutions.
• Conduct and actively participate in cross-discipline design reviews.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders (Navy, government civilians, OEM, sub-contractors, etc.).
• Independently execute system engineering lifecycle analysis and reports.
• Adapt appropriately to changes in program priorities and requirements.
• Support and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) by conducting requirements analysis, problem/deficiency reporting, researching technical solutions, identifying form fit function replacements, and recommending courses of action.
• Continue to expand depth/knowledge in technical disciplines through formal and informal learning.
• Integrate, test, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic hardware associated with Submarine Imaging Systems.
• Develop, implement, and test changes to the RF systems and associated test equipment and instrumentation.
• Perform Finite Element Analysis using related softwares.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements to existing Submarine Imaging Systems and operational processes.
• Develop program status reports such as technical assessments, risk assessments, technical recommendations or technical information

Skills

• Highly organized, capable of approaching problems with a system-level perspective
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Practical experience with the systems engineering process.
• Familiarity with electro-optical systems, i.e. cameras, lasers, and related equipment.
• Familiarity with RF test equipment and systems, ideally involving antennas, amplifiers, filters, and signal distribution.
• Familiarity in electro-mechanical systems, i.e. motors, gyros, and synchros using control systems.
• Ability to effectively work independently and/or within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), meet deadlines, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline and/or applicable Navy experience.
• BS and 2-4 years experience, or MS and 0-2 years experience
• One to two years' experience in Optical, Electrical, or Electronics systems.
• Candidate must be familiar with and demonstrate a basic knowledge of general-purpose and RF laboratory test equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, power supplies, and function generators.
• Technical Writing skills are required.
• Working experience with electrical and mechanical CAD software’s such as Altium Designer, LTspice, OrCAD and SolidWorks
• Working Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software's such as Abaqus. 
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Position requires the ability to obtain a Secret-level security clearance with the US Government.

Additional Skills of Interest (not required):

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Experience with PCB design
• Proficiency in MATLAB
• Proficiency in Linux-based systems
• Proficiency in VISIO or similar engineering-oriented documentation applications

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.