Mechanical Engineer I (For SNC Summer 2025 Interns Only)

Do you enjoy designing and developing innovative solutions to solve tough problems? Join our team to deliver technological solutions in a rapid and agile production environment. As a Mechanical Engineer I, you will support the design, development, testing, and deployment of mechanical structures and systems in the aerospace and defense sectors. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and deliver innovative mechanical solutions, ensuring high-quality performance throughout the product lifecycle.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and development of mechanical components and systems.

• Support the creation and execution of test plans for mechanical products.

• Perform basic analyses and simulations to validate designs.

• Prepare technical documentation and reports for review.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure design requirements are met.

• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving design and testing issues.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• 0-2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or a related role.

• Must have been a SNC Summer 2025 Intern​

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and computer-aided design (CAD) software.

• Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

• Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.

• Familiarity with working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Internship or project experience in aerospace or defense industry.

• Familiarity with applying and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.

• Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes.

• Knowledge of environmental requirements for components utilized in aircraft and space applications.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.

• Occasional travel may be required.

• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

• Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to develop mechanical designs.

• Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management.

• Ability to understand technical documents, designs and test reports.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

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