• Bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution, with progressive engineering experience (typically 15+ years with a bachelor’s, 13+ with a master’s, or 10+ with a PhD). Equivalent engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of formal education. • Senior-level mechanical engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or DoD programs, including leading projects or work packages and serving as a prime technical contact. • Strong expertise in structural, thermal, shock/vibration, and tolerance stack-up analysis using hand calculations and FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN). • Extensive, practical GD&T experience per ASME standards, including reviewing and approving complex drawings. • Hands-on design-for-manufacturing and sustainment experience; energy absorption/arresting systems experience preferred. • Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., Creo) and strong Excel skills. • Experience with sustainment engineering, configuration control, change management (CRs, ECNs/ECOs), and closing QNs; ability to update drawings, specifications, and BOMs. • Corrosion engineering experience in maritime/marine environments (shipboard, coastal, salt-spray) and familiarity with relevant maritime MIL-STD requirements. • Experience planning and managing engineering tasks, including scope, schedule, and cost control; familiarity with CPI/SPI metrics. • Experience with BOE development and DoD/government proposals. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work independently and in teams, with willingness to work extended hours and travel as required. • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.