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Mechanical Engineer

AT Leidos
Leidos

Mechanical Engineer

San Diego, CA

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 you'll take great pride in applying theory and technical creativity to rapidly develop impactful solutions.

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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 8+ years of related experience or Master's with 6+ years of related experience.

- Must be a U.S Citizen

- Must have a Secret Security Clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance

- Must have excellent computer skills, with experience using SolidWorks or Ansys.

- 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 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

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:

2024-07-17
While 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 $101,400.00 - $183,300.00

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.

Client-provided location(s): San Diego, CA, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00139646
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program