CareerPlan

Senior Mechanical Engineer (US Citizenship Required)

US - Elkridge, MDFull-time$108k2026-10-09 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorshipCitizens only

Core

Lead mechanical design for high-performance integrated systems (EO/IR cameras, radars, sensors) deployed on fixed, relocatable, and mobile platforms for the U.S. Department of Defense.

Role type

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Defense/Military)

Builds

Complex electromechanical integrated systems for surveillance and defense applications

Domain

Defense, Military, Aerospace, Sensors

Required skills

Mechanical design, 3D CAD modeling, FEA, DFM/DFA, Composite materials, Thermal analysis, Structural analysis, ASME standards, SolidWorks

Preferred skills

Welding, Machining, Injection molding, Sheet metal design, MIL-STD-810, Environmental qualification testing, Mentorship

Technologies

SolidWorks, ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.100, Carbon fiber

Responsibilities

Design and analyze mechanical systems including moving assemblies, Develop 3D CAD models and fabrication drawings, Conduct hand calculations and FEA, Lead design reviews, Collaborate with cross-functional teams, Document test plans and specifications, Reverse engineer complex components

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship