Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
Anticipated Posting End: 7/31/2026
The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a mechanical engineer subject matter expertise. Join our team to create a complex mission critical communications system for our DoD customer. Your focus will be on complex design and creation of a large aperture antenna system and its subsequent technical and resilience testing. You will work in a cross-functional team, face difficult problems, and be expected to work independently with limited oversight.
Responsibilities:
With input from multidiscipline teammates, plan, design, develop, and evaluate mechanical and electro-mechanical components and sub-systems.
Create detailed technical specifications, system diagrams, wiring diagrams, CAD designs, BOMs, etc. for large aperture antenna systems
Develop and present design reviews to customers, ensuring clear communication of technical concepts
Represent program leadership by leading customer presentations, demonstrating project progress and system capabilities
Review test procedures for factory and site acceptance testing to ensure system quality and performance
Prepare and review Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) to meet program documentation requirements
Coordinate with technical support personnel regarding the mechanical portions of prototype testing
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Aerospace Engineering or similar field from an ABET accredited university
7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or related field
Proven subject matter experience in creating and managing end-to-end mechanical system design; system diagrams, wiring diagrams, power budgets, mechanical designs, and managing BOMs
Experience with factory and site testing verification procedures
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
Familiarity with CAD software
Desired:
Master's degree in a relevant engineering field
5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering for large aperture antenna systems or related defense projects
Demonstrated ability in creating and presenting design reviews to government customers
Hands-on experience with global deployment of large-scale antenna systems
Familiarity with Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and government contracting processes
Familiarity with relevant applications: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, Systems Tool Kit (STK), Solidworks, Python/MATLAB
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$90,300-$189,600CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.