Mechanical/ Systems Engineer

SUMMARY: WinTec Arrowmaker, Inc. is a defense contractor dedicated to providing outstanding program management, engineering, logistics, and operations support to Department of Defense customers. The Mechanical/ Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, producing, and testing of various mechanical and electromechanical systems. These systems include GPS tracking devices, shock sensors, and other prototype devices developed for government and experimental testing. The Mechanical/ Systems Engineer will work under the direction of the WinTec Arrowmaker’s Technical Project Manager.

Travel is a requirement (approximately 20-30%).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Work with electrical and mechanical engineers to build, test, and deploy products for customers.
• Work with software developers to deploy integrated products and solutions.
• Develop integration plans and strategies for sensors to include Unmanned Systems and Drones into military systems.
• Participate in field experimentation, testing and troubleshooting of various types of electronics and mechanical systems.
• Travel to government sites and support field experimentation.
• Work with project managers on production efforts to ensure that projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Collaborate with engineering and other support personnel to identify improvements to equipment, processes, and overall productivity.
• Work with Project Managers on production efforts to ensure that projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Continually develop skills and knowledge of the engineering technologies in place, as well as staying informed on new developments in engineering technology.
• Perform special projects of an urgent and sensitive nature and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a STEM discipline.
• 2+ years’ experience in Mechanical Engineer and/or System Engineer.
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols.
• Basic understanding of Window and Linux Operating Systems.
• Understanding of basic network principles.
• Experience with soldering.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Military background or familiarity with military command and control structures.
• Possess a working knowledge of the organizational interface of military, federal, state, and local agencies. 
• Demonstrate time management, problem-solving skills, self-motivation, eagerness to learn, and attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently react to shifting program requirements and work in a team environment.
• Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:  Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

LOCATION:  This is a full-time position, located in Tampa, FL. 

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