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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client’s Unmanned Systems team is looking for Mechanical Engineers to contribute to the design, development, testing, and manufacturing support of advanced unmanned maritime systems (UUVs/USVs) and related subsystems. Typical responsibilities include:

• Support new product development and manufacturing efforts for mechanical and electromechanical systems.
• Perform material selection, structural analysis, and electronic packaging for underwater applications.
• Create and maintain CAD models and technical data packages (SolidWorks).
• Design and build prototypes, test fixtures, and first articles; support validation and verification testing.
• Coordinate fabrication, installation, operation, and repair activities with cross-functional teams.
• Support configuration management and ensure smooth transition from engineering design to manufacturing.
• Document designs, test results, and manufacturing support notes; iterate designs based on test feedback.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and troubleshooting during production runs.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

We are hiring multiple experience levels. Candidates should meet one of the level-based combinations below and demonstrate strong fundamentals in mechanical design and product development for marine or harsh-environment systems.

• Level 1: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (0 years experience).
• Level 2: Bachelor’s + ~2 years relevant experience; or Master’s with 0 years experience.
• Level 3: Bachelor’s + ~5 years relevant experience; Master’s + ~3 years; or PhD with applicable experience.
• Level 4: Bachelor’s + ~9 years relevant experience; Master’s + ~7 years; or PhD + ~4 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance is required.

Required skills / knowledge (typical):

• Strong mechanical design fundamentals, including tolerance stacks, GD&T, and design for manufacture.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and creation of technical data packages.
• Experience with materials selection and structural analysis for wet / corrosive environments.
• Experience in prototyping and building test fixtures.
• Clear technical communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Enterprise PDM/EPDM workflows supporting 3D modeling.
• Prior manufacturing experience with marine products, underwater vehicles, or naval systems.
• Failure analysis and root-cause investigation experience.
• Background in propulsion, energy, navigation, or sensor subsystem work for unmanned platforms.

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Physical & Work Environment

• May require work in office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environments.
• May require climbing ladders, accessing confined spaces, and tolerating a range of temperatures.
• Typical full-time schedule; travel typically 0–10% depending on program needs.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Anticipated salary range: $64,019 — $165,000 per year (good-faith estimate).
• Estimated market median for this role: approximately $87,272 per year (estimated).
• Confidential Client considers multiple factors when setting pay, including role function, education, experience, and skills.
• Competitive benefits may include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings plan, paid time off, tuition assistance, and other employee programs.

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Keywords & Skills (for search optimization)

• Mechanical Engineer
• SolidWorks / CAD modeling
• Underwater / marine systems
• Product lifecycle & manufacturing support
• Propulsion and energy subsystems

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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