• Mechanical Engineer II

    Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Germantown, MD)


    **Job ID:** 112342

     

    DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

    Job Summary

    We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and support mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. Responsibilities include creating and analyzing designs, supporting testing, evaluating components, and ensuring projects meet cost, schedule, and performance goals. Proficiency with CAD and engineering software is required, along with strong communication and collaboration skills.

    Job Responsibilities

    + Involved with the design, fabrication and modification of mechanical and/or electro mechanical components, sub-systems and systems. May include Mechanical Analysis, Fluids, Thermal, Fluid Systems, Mechanical Packaging, or others. Evaluate and recommend design approaches to meet production requirements for new or improved products or services. Investigate solutions to product or process problems.

    + Responsible for technical activity and completion of assigned task on time and budget

    + Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems

    + Shall use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments.

    + Report of progress and status regularly

    + Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable

    + Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments

    + Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services

    + Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements

    + Develop prototypes to retire key development risks

    + Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required

    + Participates in preparation of less-complex proposals

    + May provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel

    + Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

    + Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years of experience

    + Competent technical expertise and application domain knowledge

    + Ability to work independently

     
     

    _The expected pay scale for this positio_ _n is $81,356/year $116,338/year._ _Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, Leonardo DRS considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations._

     

    _Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours._

     

    _*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only_

     

    _Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws._