Job Description

Are you looking to take your career as a Mechanical Design Engineer to the next level?

Are you looking for an opportunity to make significant contributions to the nation 's cutting-edge missile defense systems?

Would you like to work with a diverse group of highly educated and skilled Engineers and Scientists?

If so, then we are looking for someone like you to join our Mechanical Design Engineering team!

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will...

• Work with a team of APL Engineers, employ CAD/CAE tools to conceptualize, design, develop, and analyze mechanical/electromechanical components for missile systems.
• Actively participate in industry/government working teams by interacting with sponsors, contractors, and APL staff.
• Create or oversee the creation of part and assembly drawings that incorporate geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and interface with fabrication personnel.
• Arrange for fabrication of flight hardware or ground support equipment. Supervise the assembly and environmental test of the applicable hardware.
• Travel to meet with sponsors and contractors, and supervise the integration and test of flight hardware.
• Document results in technical memoranda and present findings to government agencies and flight test mission planners.

Note: This job summary and listing of duties is for the purpose of describing the position and its essential functions at time of hire and may change over time.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 3 or more years of hardware development experience.
• Have experience using CAD (CREO or SolidWorks) and with the full cycle of hardware development - preliminary design, detailed design, and fabrication.
• Display creativity in designing hardware for fabrication, assembly, and test.
• Have familiarity with the use of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing techniques.
• Are proficient in technical writing and making presentations.
• Have the willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%) to sponsor, contractor, and peer organization facilities for meetings.
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• Have the ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a full Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have an MS or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 5 or more years of hardware development experience.
• Have experience leading technical teams.
• Have formal training in Creo (Pro/ENGINEER) to optimize designs to meet functional, structural, dynamic, thermal, and manufacturability requirements.
• Have experience with tactical missile and launcher design/development and working with DOD personnel and missile contractors.
• Have expertise in the use of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing techniques.
• Currently hold a Secret, Top Secret or TS/SCI security clearance.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.