Senior Mechanical Engineer - ONSITE

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Hardware Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Hardware Engineering, Machine Building, Mechanical Engineering, Motion Control, Technical Drawings

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Transform technology into opportunity as a Hardware Engineer Senior with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

HOW A HARDWARE ENGINEER SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
● Designs, develops, and builds machinery with motion control systems
● Works with a small team of hardware/electrical engineers and software developers to create full system

● Uses engineering knowledge and rapid prototyping methods to improve existing machinery and/or create new machinery, solve complex customer problems & new requirements, and replace end of life components

● Remotely supports technical staff at customer sites by providing replacement parts, guidance/instructions, and phone support

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: Bachelors in Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engineering (or other relevant field) OR technical degree/program
● Required Experience: 5+ years of related experience
● Security Clearance Level: Need to be able to pass a DHS EOD background investigation
● Required Technical Skills:

• Experience using Autodesk Inventor, Fusion, or other 3D modeling package
• Experience in creating mechanical and technical drawings
• Knowledge of machining, fabrication, and manufacturing processes
• Experience assembling/installing machines and/or part assemblies
• Experience handling sensitive technical equipment
• Experience with motion control applications
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Standard
• Experience in mechanical design; DFM, DFC (design for manufacture, cost, etc.) concepts
• Experience designing machines that utilize various sensors
• Experience with structural FEA (simulations)
• Interest in prototyping to problem solve and aid with design decisions
• Comfortable using CNC and 3D printing for rapid prototyping
   

● Preferred Skills:

• Experience designing for 3D printed components and operating 3D printers
• Experience with Autodesk Vault for version control and team collaboration
• Experience with C, MATLAB, or other engineering software package

● Location: ONSITE
● US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, acciden