Senior Mechanical Designer
Job Description
hackajob is collaborating with MANTECH to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.
\nMANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Mechanical Designer to join our team. This position is onsite at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story, Virginia Beach, VA.
\nResponsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Develop and design complex mechanical components, fluid systems, propulsion layouts, and structural configurations for Navy small boats and combatant craft.
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Create detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and layouts using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
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Perform design calculations and analyses, including mechanical load calculations, pipe sizing, fluid flow, and weight/stability assessments.
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Collaborate closely with engineering, product development, and waterfront technician teams to resolve design conflicts and validate concepts.
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Review, validate, and approve detailed engineering drawings, change orders, and technical specifications for accuracy and manufacturability (DFM).
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Ensure all designs meet strict regulatory, safety, industry, and military standards (e.g., ABYC, NAVSEA, and DoD codes).
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Oversee and participate in prototype development, testing, and failure troubleshooting for design and manufacturing issues.
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Maintain meticulous project documentation, configuration management records, and technical design histories.
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Requires occasional travel to Chesapeake, VA, and within the United States for site visits.
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Minimum Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED
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7+ years of specialized experience in mechanical design, preferably within a marine or naval defense environment.
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Expertise utilizing CAD software (AutoCAD and SolidWorks) to generate high-quality engineering drawings from "as-built" or conceptual documentation.
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Experience with manufacturing processes, materials science, and core mechanical engineering principles.
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Hands-on experience with analytical and troubleshooting, handling complex manufacturing or prototyping issues.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical details across engineering and client teams.
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Preferred Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree or technical certification in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
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Specific design experience with U.S. Navy small boats, combatant craft, or amphibious assault craft systems.
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Demonstrated experience in Project Management or leading engineering design tasks
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Clearance Requirements:
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US citizenship required and a current or active Secret clearance.
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Physical Requirements:
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You must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
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You will need to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.
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This role frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
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You must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
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