Mechanical Engineer

Description
Are you innovative, versatile, and resourceful' Do enjoy the rush of working on concept design, analysis, detailed design, prototype development, lab testing, and field testing' If so we are looking for you, our next Mechanical Engineer to work in San Diego, CA, as part of a small team to interface with Customers and End Users to tackle their most stressing multidiscipline design challenges.

Be an integral part of an energetic, highly-engaged small team where there are many overlapping roles and opportunities for cross-over skillsets to develop and contribute across a range of technologies. We know y ou'll take great pride in applying theory and technical creativity to rapidly develop impactful solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform CAD manipulation, finite element mesh development,
• CAD surfacing, manipulation, and meshing of geometries for use in analytical codes
• Work with all aspects of the Electromagnetic (EM) Low Observables (LO) design cycle; from concept design, requirements definition, multidiscipline trade studies and analysis, to detailed engineering design, up to prototype fabrication and testing
• Provide direct engineering support for customers and end-users

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science and/or Engineering with at least 4 years of related experience or Masters with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Must have a Secret Security Clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance
• Must have experience with all aspects of the design cycle; from concept design, requirements definition, multidiscipline trade studies and analysis, to detailed engineering design, up to prototype fabrication and testing
• Must have excellent computer skills, with experience using SolidWorks or Ansys.
• Must be proficient with basic hand and shop tools for the purpose of test article preparation and/or prototype development
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must have the ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Must have excellent problem solving skills, and must be meticulous, organized, responsible, and self-motivated with a can-do attitude
• Must thrive in fast-paced environment
• Must be a U.S Citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in Physics, Mathematics, and/or Electrical Engineering. Advanced degree is a plus
• Working knowledge of composite materials, Additive Manufacturing, adhesives, coatings, etc.
• Programming experience, C/C++, Visual Basic. Aptitude and desire to perform programming for the purpose of data manipulation and processing
• Proficiency in Geometry, Trigonometry, and Linear Algebra
• Familiarity with computational electromagnetic (CEM) methodology
• Experience with MS Office

LInC
Original Posting Date: 2024-07-08While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $81,250.00 - $146,875.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
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