Mechanical Engineer, Directed Energy
Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35824, USA
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer, Directed Energy - 26208Requisition Number:26208
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type:
Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range:$89,326.00-$
Security Clearance:
Secret
Level of
Experience:
Mid
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5
ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5
ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
HII, Mission Technologies has needs for Mechanical Engineers who will perform computer-aided mechanical engineering design including component design and packaging engineering, and interface design and specification, while effectively negotiating with design stakeholders and managing risks. Our ideal applicant will have strong communication skills to negotiate design characteristics among engineers, suppliers, and program management.
Compensation for this role will be determined by several factors, including years of experience and direct involvement in supporting energy initiatives. The position may require relocation and periodic onsite work. We welcome applicants from across the country, provided they are flexible and willing to relocate and attend onsite engagements as needed.
What you will do- Analyze and solve complex mechanical engineering problems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement innovative mechanical solutions.
- Contribute to the overall product architecture design.
- Identify, articulate, and manage risks associated with mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical systems.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and technical experts
- Track and drive tasks through to completion, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines
- Develop and manage internal and external relationships
- 5 years relevant experience with Bachelor's in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Master's or PhD in a related field.
- Experience executing PM activities that may include cost, schedule, engagement, etc.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated with strong work ethic.
- Ability to think critically and problem solve in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to translate requirements into tasks and completed designs.
- Ability to anticipate and develop mitigations for technical program risks.
- Ability to perform fundamental analysis working from first principals.
- Experience with Solid Works CAD tools.
- Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
- Experience with fabrication and methods of manufacture.
- Strong systems thinking and ability to understand complex product architectures.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies.
- Clearance:
Active secret security clearance. - Experience engineering hardware for Department of Defense.
- Experience with Solid Works Product Data Management.
- Experience with FEA and CFD analysis.
- Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
- May require working in an office,…
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