Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! Leidos’ Defense Systems Rapid Integration and Prototyping Department is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in designing and being hands-on with cutting-edge sensor platforms and ancillary equipment supporting DoD customers and servicemembers. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here! Are you ready to make an impact? Share your resume with us today! Primary Responsibilities • Design and develop electromechanical assemblies and supporting parts, including: Electronics enclosures and packaging, mobile platforms, machined and sheet metal parts, 3D printed parts. • Create Technical Data Packages up to MIL-STD-31000 Level II requirements. • Contribute to program planning, risk mitigation, and requirements development. • Collaborate with a team of engineers, technicians, and program staff to deliver unique solutions, on time. • Document and present ideas accurately and concisely at design reviews. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with two (2) years of applicable experience or master’s degree with less than two (2) years. • Mechanical design experience • 3D CAD and 2D drawing experience • Hands-on experience with electromechanical systems • Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance. • Candidate must be a resident of or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area Preferred Qualifications • SolidWorks CAD and 2D drawing experience • Cradle-to-grave design of electromechanical systems • Radar or sensor system experience • EPDM and/or Windchill PLM experience • Static FEA and thermal analysis experience Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter. We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.” Original Posting: July 22, 2025 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
See More Details >>About Us: For more than six decades, the skilled thinkers, makers, and doers at Frontgrade have embraced our mission to solve complex technology challenges across the U.S. and around the globe. We’re the leading provider of high reliability and radiation assured solutions for defense, space, intelligence, commercial, and civil applications, and our products are designed to perform in the harshest of environments. From human spaceflight and space exploration to missile defense, electronic warfare, and healthcare tech advancements, our talented team stays in lockstep with our customers to ensure the success of their missions. Do you want to help shape the future? In an environment where innovation and ideas go hand-in-hand? Then come join the Frontgrade Team! Why Work For Us We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You’ll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond. Other benefits include: • Competitive Benefits: Medical (FSA + HSA), Dental, and Vision • Immediate 401K Vesting/Matching • Career Opportunity and Growth • Tuition Reimbursement • Student Loan Repayment • Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (8 regular and 3 floating) • 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave • Profit Sharing Plan applies to all non-Annual Incentive Plan and non-Sales Incentive Plan employees. Summary: The Mechanical Engineer IV provides mechanical engineering expertise in the early stages of design. They also coordinate project design and analyze complex construction problems. This role will be involved primarily designing small form-factor plug in modules (PIM) compliant to VITA standards (VPX, VNX) for aerospace and defense applications. Must be onsite at one of these locations; Huntsville, Colorado Springs, Carlsbad, York, Hauppauge, Exter, Plainview. Responsibilities: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Develop comprehensive mechanical designs with a working knowledge of the other engineering disciplines' responsibilities • Technical lead to support project teams as required from initial design to production • Mentor ME II and ME III employees by providing training of job functions, reviewing work, and providing overall project guidance; develop best practice procedures and standardization of design and analysis for the team to follow • Perform diligent analyses (thermal, structural, tolerance, etc.) with minimal guidance • Create and review engineering documentation packages • Provide inputs to engineering design reviews including calculations, analyses, drawings, etc. to show compliance to specifications and project objectives and standards • Interact with customers and vendors as necessary based on project scope; makes presentations to communicate engineering findings • Willing to apply a generally hands-on approach to inspect, modify, and assemble mechanical and electrical hardware • Design and procure supporting mechanical fixturing for test and development platforms Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related Field of Study • Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. • OR (12) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree. • OR (6) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. • OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD. • Ability to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance • Experience navigating layout tools (ex: Altium, Expedition, Cadence) • Understanding of end-to-end product design and manufacturing process starting from concept through production; Manufacturing knowledge to include fabrication of custom mechanical parts as well as general PCB construction and CCA assembly process • Have a good understanding of sensitive electronics handling and packaging • Understanding of configuration management within a revision-controlled environment such as a file vault or PLM system • Intermediate experience with mixed signal designs (digital and RF) with understanding of board level signal isolation and EMI shielding • Preferred experience conducting environmental testing (thermal, shock, vibration, humidity, etc.) as well as test fixture design ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition to this job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you must be able to obtain an U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law. • Pay Range: $110,000 - $139,000 annually. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. Employment Transparency: WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email Careers@Frontgrade.com. If you have relevant skills that are not reflected in your resume, we welcome your application and encourage you to share more in an optional cover letter or to join our Talent Community Connect Portal - Connect (icims.com).
See More Details >>Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems (SI&WS) organization is hiring a Senior Mechanical Systems Design & Analysis Engineer to join the Integrated Design Engineering Team in Huntsville, AL on the Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) missile-defense program. The Integrated Design Engineering team is responsible for designing RADAR seeker upgrades and next generation concepts, as well as supporting production and special test equipment design. Boeing has a multi-year contract to develop, test, and manufacture the PAC-3 RADAR seeker, recently named "the coolest thing made in Alabama for 2025". This program encompasses concurrent design, test and manufacturing as new upgrades to this complex electro-mechanical assembly are incorporated into production. This long-term program is rapidly growing in Huntsville, due to design updates, production growth, and Boeing facilities investment(s). This position will lead and provide technical quality review of the development and documentation of mechanical and fluid systems and thermal environment to establish the system design. Lead activities to validate and verify mechanical and fluid systems requirements. Lead the development, maintenance or modification of system components' designs/proposals to provide installation and detail documentation. Perform and document analyses. Manage supplier development, test and production activities and directs supplier(s) to optimize integration and achieve program goals. Prioritize, delegate and track performance and documentation of analyses of mechanisms, components and mechanical systems selecting appropriate methods to validate or assess the design. Support proposal preparation and new business development efforts. Technically advise, assist and check the work of teammates. Train, coaches and mentor others. Work under minimal direction. Job Responsibilities: * Develops and documents mechanical engineering designs and analysis, including technical data packages, test plans, post-test reports, process specifications, and work instructions • Develops cost reduction proposals, calculates return on investment, develops project requirements and schedules, and implements them into production • Performs and documents analyses to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications • Supports on-going production activities and provides real-time support as non-conformances arise • Supports engineering release processes to include program Configuration Control Board(s) • Contributes to supplier development, test, production, and troubleshooting activities • Provides leadership, coaching, and technical oversight to other mechanical engineers • Advises, assists and checks mechanical engineering work products with a primary outcome of technical integrity while enabling the achievement of business goals This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): * Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry • 10+ years of experience in a mechanical engineering related role • 2+ years technical engineering experience leading a team or project • Knowledge of aerospace structure, materials strengths and properties, design criteria, loading conditions, and processes • Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources • Ability to digest functional requirements and apply them to the product • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment to produce high quality engineering products Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): * Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Understanding of Boeing Engineering Standards and Design Practices • Strong understanding of GD&T concepts, practice and implementation • Experience with thermal and vibration environmental testing • Experience in supporting full-rate production program(s) • Strong ability to build trust and connection with the team and stakeholders • Strong ability to model and inspire servant leadership style, and model seek, speak, and listen behaviors • Flexibility, adaptability, and being comfortable with a highly dynamic and exciting work environment • Experience using Boeing Common Non-Recurring Product Development (C-NRPD) or equivalent Boeing Development Processes • Ability to produce and understand engineering drawings and 3-D Computer Aided Design models using Creo Parametric • Strong understanding of Finite Element Modeling techniques • Experience with 2D-Drawing authority programs • Active U.S. Secret Clearance Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. Shift: This is a 1st shift position. M-Thur; 4x10 Drug-Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $136,850 - $185,150 Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 15, 2025 Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. • 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required Education Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Security Clearance This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift This position is for 1st shift Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
See More Details >>Becoming a mechanical trades professional in Huntsville, AL, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 601,290 mechanical engineers nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,458 in Huntsville, AL. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring mechanical engineers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
