QinetiQ US
Senior Mechanical Engineer – QinetiQ US
We are a world‑class team of professionals delivering next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems worldwide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and augmented reality.
Why Join QinetiQ US?
If you have the courage to tackle a wide variety of complex challenges, 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 supports workplace flexibility, a commitment to health and well‑being, and opportunities to work with 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 mechanical design and development of ruggedized military hardware products within a multidisciplinary engineering team. Products include electro‑optical and electromechanical soldier‑borne systems, ground‑based systems, and airborne systems. Acting as a mechanical lead on projects, the candidate will conceptualize systems, plan and execute design and analysis tasks, and review and approve design documentation to ultimately deliver a system that meets customer requirements, schedule, and budget.
Responsibilities
Design hardware products using 3D CAD modeling tools.
Perform design and drawing checking and approval.
Oversee and task other engineers on project designs.
Electro‑optical design, layout and modeling of electro‑mechanical assemblies and ruggedized military hardware.
Facilitate review meetings and present at all levels of formal design review meetings.
Perform system level tolerance analysis.
Provide “hands‑on” support for mechanical design and product issues related to various DOD pre‑production and production programs.
Participate in the formal Engineering Change process within QinetiQ’s product data management system.
Interface with vendors and identify sources of supply for critical fabrication items.
Creation of detailed designs and drawings for fabrication.
Interface with customers on a project engineering level.
Participate in cost estimation for development programs.
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.
Direct technical lead experience managing design tasks.
Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and machining processes.
Experience processing Engineering Changes to documentation on DOD programs.
Experience creating and working with formal design/development processes with an emphasis on transitioning projects from prototype development to production.
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.
Experience with metal fabrication design, electromechanical hardware design, and understanding of manufacturing techniques.
Experience with detailed drawing and geometric tolerancing (ASME Y14.5).
Excellent verbal and non‑verbal communication skills.
Experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Must be able to obtain a DOD Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Windchill Product Data Management software.
Experience in Model‑Based Definition.
Experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA); structural, thermal, and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
Experience in additive manufacturing design, methods, and materials.
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.
Company EEO Statement 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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Why Join QinetiQ US?
If you have the courage to tackle a wide variety of complex challenges, 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 supports workplace flexibility, a commitment to health and well‑being, and opportunities to work with 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 mechanical design and development of ruggedized military hardware products within a multidisciplinary engineering team. Products include electro‑optical and electromechanical soldier‑borne systems, ground‑based systems, and airborne systems. Acting as a mechanical lead on projects, the candidate will conceptualize systems, plan and execute design and analysis tasks, and review and approve design documentation to ultimately deliver a system that meets customer requirements, schedule, and budget.
Responsibilities
Design hardware products using 3D CAD modeling tools.
Perform design and drawing checking and approval.
Oversee and task other engineers on project designs.
Electro‑optical design, layout and modeling of electro‑mechanical assemblies and ruggedized military hardware.
Facilitate review meetings and present at all levels of formal design review meetings.
Perform system level tolerance analysis.
Provide “hands‑on” support for mechanical design and product issues related to various DOD pre‑production and production programs.
Participate in the formal Engineering Change process within QinetiQ’s product data management system.
Interface with vendors and identify sources of supply for critical fabrication items.
Creation of detailed designs and drawings for fabrication.
Interface with customers on a project engineering level.
Participate in cost estimation for development programs.
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.
Direct technical lead experience managing design tasks.
Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and machining processes.
Experience processing Engineering Changes to documentation on DOD programs.
Experience creating and working with formal design/development processes with an emphasis on transitioning projects from prototype development to production.
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.
Experience with metal fabrication design, electromechanical hardware design, and understanding of manufacturing techniques.
Experience with detailed drawing and geometric tolerancing (ASME Y14.5).
Excellent verbal and non‑verbal communication skills.
Experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Must be able to obtain a DOD Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Windchill Product Data Management software.
Experience in Model‑Based Definition.
Experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA); structural, thermal, and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
Experience in additive manufacturing design, methods, and materials.
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.
Company EEO Statement 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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