Mechanical Engineer- Mid Level

Aviation & Missile Solutions (AMS) is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Huntsville, AL. team.

The selected candidate will be responsible for design, analysis, documentation, and integration of mechanical systems, equipment and packages. Candidate will be responsible for applying sound mechanical engineering & design principles in the development of machined, structural, sheet metal, & composite component parts. The candidate will also be responsible for bill of material development and component specification for mechanical assemblies and must be able to apply engineering design processes, such as design for manufacture, drawing production, configuration management, and integration to the development of complex mechanical systems.

Basic Qualifications (required):

• SolidWorks proficiency in part model creation, assemblies, and drawing creation/revision.
• Ability to develop mechanical design solutions, source components and fabricated parts, integrate hardware, and deploy systems to both CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Demonstrated experience in the following areas:
  • Mechanical design of structures
  • CAD and 3D Modeling
  • Drawing production in accordance with ASME Y14.100

• Experience and willingness to be hands on during hardware assembly, testing, and integration.
• Strong interdisciplinary problem-solving skills, demonstrated by frequent and successful application of technical standards, theories, concepts, and techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

• SolidWorks CAD Software user certification
• Experience with CAD configuration management
• Experience with FEA and thermal analysis software and methods
• Experience creating designs using machined steel and aluminum, sheet metal, welded fixtures, additive manufacturing/composites components and assemblies
• Experience with packaging custom electronic equipment and COTS components into ruggedized enclosures
• Electronics cooling/thermal management system design and integration
• Experience with electrical cable and wire harness design and routing principles such as EMI separation, military connectors and backshells, shielding and overbraid, splicing, minimum bend radius, chafe protection, electrical bonding, and grounding

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited university.
• Must have 4+ years of experience in mechanical design, electronics packaging, technical drawing creation, or similar work.
• Travel Requirements: Must be able to travel up to 10%.
• Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Security Requirements:

• Citizenship: Candidate must be a US citizen.
• Clearance level: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance or higher.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.