Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.Why Join QinetiQ US?If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.QinetiQ US is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer, who will be responsible for the mechanical design and development of ruggedized military hardware products within a multidisciplinary engineering team. Products include electro-optical and electromechanical soldier-borne systems, ground-based systems, and airborne systems. Acting as a mechanical lead on projects, the candidate will conceptualize systems, plan and execute design and analysis tasks, and review and approve design documentation to ultimately deliver a system that meets customer requirements, schedule, and budget. Design hardware products using 3D CAD modeling toolsPerform design and drawing checking and approvalResponsible for oversight and tasking to other engineers on project designsElectro-optical design, layout and modeling of electro-mechanical assemblies, and assorted ruggedized military hardwareFacilitate review meetings and present at all levels of formal design review meetingsPerform system level tolerance analysisProvide “hands-on” support for mechanical design and product issues related to various DOD pre-production and production programsParticipate in the formal Engineering Change process within QinetiQ’s product data management systemInterface with vendors and identify sources of supply for critical fabrication itemsCreation of detail designs and drawings for fabricationInterface with customers on a project engineering levelParticipate in cost estimation for development programsBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a similar engineering discipline5-12 years’ experience in mechanical design in all aspects of a product lifecycleDirect technical lead experience managing design tasksKnowledge of sheet metal fabrication and machining processesExperience in processing Engineering Changes to documentation on DOD programsExperience creating and working with formal design/development processes with an emphasis on transitioning projects from prototype development to productionMust be proficient using 3-D Solid Modeling software (PTC CREO and/or Solidworks preferred)Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings, and modelsMust have experience with metal fabrication design, electromechanical hardware design, and have an understanding of manufacturing techniquesMust have experience with creation of detailed drawing and geometric tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)Must demonstrate excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skillsMust have experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPointMust be able to obtain a DOD Security ClearanceExperience in Windchill Product Data Management softwareExperience in Model Based DefinitionExperience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA); structural, thermal, and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)Experience in additive manufacturing design, methods, and materialsAccessibility/Accommodation:If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Created: 2025-11-01