Mechanical Engineer - Test and Evaluation

The Mechanical Engineer - Test and Evaluation position is responsible for supporting manufacturing projects.

This position combines hands-on technical work and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude, familiarity with engineering drawings and quality assurance techniques, organizational skills, in depth experience with precision machining operations, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The position is 100% on site in Indian Head, MD.

• Provide highly technical expertise and guidance in solving complex engineering problems
• Perform in all phases of hardware design, development, integration/implementation, and analysis
• Plan and conduct engineering feasibility studies for the design improvement modifications and implementation of advanced technologies
• Develop standards and guidelines for tasks being performed
• Interface with government personnel
• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience.
• Strong self-starter with the ability to lead technical efforts and work independently with minimal oversight.
• Experience with DOD acquisition process, environmental testing, and systems integration testing.
• Ability to define test objectives, develop test plans and procedures, analyze and interpret test data, and support failure investigations and root cause analysis.
• Strong technical writing skills, with experience authoring test plans, procedures, and detailed technical reports.
• Experience supporting test events at government ranges or contractor facilities.
• Hands-on experience with developmental and qualification testing, including shock, vibration, thermal, and other MIL-STD test environments.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks)
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to independently drive tasks and lead support staff or cross-functional teams to successful completion.
• In the office up to 5 days per week as required with option for situational telework.