Mechanical Engineer Principal - 3854
On-site · Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Principal Mechanical Engineer responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting of radar mechanical systems and for implementing new integration projects for I&M and O&M, maintaining maintenance schedules and inventory, and managing preventive maintenance projects. Requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years of experience, strong CAD and schematic-reading skills, ability to direct technicians, excellent technical writing, and eligibility for a U.S. government Secret security clearance; position located on Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands (relocation required) with occasional heavy lifting and potential weekend work.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
- Eight (8) or more years of Mechanical Engineering experience or equivalent field experience
- Demonstrated ability to perform effective hardware design, structural analysis, and organize integration projects
- Familiar with standard mechanical functions of equipment including pumps, motors, and structural components
- Safety-conscious
- Working knowledge of 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
- Demonstrated ability to read schematic diagrams
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and direct craftsmen and technicians
- Excellent written and communications skills including technical writing
- Willingness and physical ability to work at moderate heights up to 50ft
- Climber II Certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire
- Willingness and physical ability to assist engineering technicians with manual labor tasks consistent with maintenance/upgrades of mechanical antenna systems
- Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 45 lbs independently
- Ability to perform (I&M) and (O&M) projects involving mechanical systems
- Ability to work with other groups (Hardware, Digital, Transmitter, Receiver, Electrical, etc.) on projects
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with movable mechanical systems, gear boxes, electrical servo systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems and/or electric motors
- Demonstrated ability to aid in development/improvement of routine preventive maintenance procedures
- U.S. government issued Secret security clearance (required); U.S. citizenship required
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