Mechanical Engineer

BLADE is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Fredericksburg, VA facility.  This role will participate in the design, development, implementation, and analysis of parts, systems and technical processes for current systems such as CBRN and CWS (containerized weapon) and other upcoming integrated systems.  The Mechanical Engineer role offers a variety of engineering experiences and opportunities including design/drafting, analysis, testing and continuous improvement initiatives. Position is 100% on-site.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strong mechanical fundamentals (statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, etc), strong understanding of electrical/electronic skills is a plus
• Performs complex design, trade studies and research tasks to support the development of mechanical and electrical systems within integrated products
• Ability to conceptualize and implement the design of complex systems and mechanisms to support customer specifications and requirements
• Designs a complete project, system, component, or process and prepares project documents including test reports, technical reports, progress reports and final project reports as required.
• Designs and conducts experiments, analyzes and interprets data, formulates and solves problems
• Drafting of production drawings for machined parts, fabrications and weldments, COTS parts, assemblies, and schematics using SolidWorks and other related tools
• Static and dynamic structural analysis using a variety of tools including both hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA)
• Knowledgeable of materials needed to optimize strength, weight, cost, and performance
• Understands machining and manufacturing processes to optimize cost without sacrificing performance
• Participates in the review of design, manufacturing, procedures, military specifications, inspection analyses, and test documentation to ensure quality requirements are met
• Assists lab and production personnel with hands-on manufacture, assembly, and inspection of new/revised products (prototypes and first articles)
• Create/maintain BOMs using Excel and SAP software

 EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 3-5 years’ experience in similar technical role
• Military/ defense experience desired
• Product development experience- concept to production release
• Experience in a production environment
• Mechanically inclined and able to problem solve with little information
• Application of technical principles/techniques from established practices, as well as a functional knowledge/understanding of mechanical engineering processes, techniques, and practices to quickly/accurately perceive the fit, form, function, and manufacturability of design
• Knowledge of 3D mechanical CAD design (Solidworks preferred)
• PC-based computer experience including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is essential; SAP experience a plus
• Strong, proven organizational and time management skills
• Strong, proven problem solving and analytical skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Routinely punctual

What WE offer:

• Employees (and their families) are covered by Medical, Dental and Vision
• Employees are covered by Short Term and Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance, Paid 100% by the company
• Company matching 401(k) plan
• 10 standard holidays, plus one floating holiday
• PTO

“This position requires access to or use of export-controlled technical data or technology controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Accordingly, applicants must be U.S. Persons or must be eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. A U.S. Person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324(b)(a)(3).”

Equal Opportunity Employer of protected Veterans, disabled individuals or other individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, age or sexual orientation