Sr Specialist, IPTL Mechanical Engineer (Space Systems) : Sign-on bonus ($20Kmax)
$102,000–$189,000 year
On-siteWilmington, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Lead engineering activities across the full program lifecycle, including proposals, system architecture, requirements definition, concept development, trade studies, design optimization, hardware development, integration, test, and final design documentation. Serve as a technical and team leader within a larger program team, applying engineering standards to complex payloads and space vehicle systems while meeting customer technical, cost, and schedule requirements. Manage project execution through schedule development, resource alignment, budget tracking, and earned value awareness. Identify, track, mitigate, and manage program risks and opportunities. Lead engineering efforts across material selection, manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing using strong 3D modeling and mechanical analysis skills. Coordinate with resource managers and functional organizations to ensure staffing, reviews, and materials are in place. Prepare and present project status, financial, and technical updates to internal and external customers. Lead the program to meet quarterly and annual financial commitments and align execution with business area long-term strategy. Work effectively in a highly dynamic environment, adapting to shifting customer priorities while supporting quick-reaction efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related disciplines from an ABET Accredited program
- Minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience
- Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience
- In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
- 4+ years experience with mechanical detailed design and new product development, manufacturing processes, and MCAD modeling tools
- Experience managing technical, cost, and schedule performance in a professional setting
- Professional experience leading a technical team
- Ability to work closely with Customers, Business Development, and all functional disciplines
- Has proven track record with long term planning and attention to detail
- Knowledge of Government contracting practices and Earned Value Management (EVMS)
- Ability to develop broad, cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals, even when having no direct authority over them
- Fast learner able to adjust to project needs and learn new skills quickly
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must agree to share resume with subsidiaries and affiliated companies
- Must agree to pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks
- Must be eligible for E-Verify
Desired Qualifications
- Active Top Secret/SCI
- Project Management certificate
- Experience with optical payload, space vehicle integration and testing
- Experience integrating and testing complex optical/mechanical/electrical systems
- Experience in at least one of the following areas: integration of hardware & software systems, electrical system end-end test, space vehicle level integration & test
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