R&D Hardware Mechanical Engineering Scientist Associate Full-time

R&D Hardware Mechanical Engineering Scientist Associate

Contribute to research and development tasks and experimental sea-tests within the Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL) at Applied Research Laboratories (ARL).

Design support of new and existing underwater acoustic systems and sensors. This includes scheduling, execution, calibration, characterization, testing, and data analysis.

Deploy/recover subsea systems in field from offshore vessels / work boats and trouble shoot and repair equipment, as necessary.

Assist with hardware procurement.

Assist with fabrication facilities management, warehouse and shop organization, and coordinate maintenance and inventory of shop tools.

Other related functions, as required.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Ocean Engineering.

Demonstrated proficiency with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (e.g., Creo, Solidworks) for 3D modeling and assembly.

Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) concepts and experience using common software packages (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL) for basic linear static analysis.

Experience generating detailed engineering drawings in accordance with industry standards (e.g, ASME Y14.5).

Strong understanding of Engineering Mechanics, including statics, strength of materials, and the selection/application of common engineering materials (metals, polymers).

Fundamental knowledge of mechanical components and systems (e.g., shafts, bearings, fasteners, gears, seals).

Familiarity with programming engineering computation software such as MATLAB

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

$88,500-$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Standard office conditions

Periodic offshore work on ships

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Some weekend, evening and holiday work

Intrastate/interstate/international travel

Use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Will work outdoors, indoors and over water

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Unofficial college transcripts