Lead Mechanical Engineer

Leidos' Defense Systems is seeking a talented Lead Mechanical Engineer to support the Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC Inc 2) Program. In this role, you will help develop the Army's newest mobile, ground-based air defense system, using Creo CAD and Windchill PLM to create designs and work with production to transition them into hardware.

You will join a high-performing engineering team in a fast-paced environment with unique technical challenges and strong opportunities for growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Coordinate with the design agent to implement design changes that improve manufacturability and resolve production issues.
• Revise existing designs and develop new designs to enhance producibility and process efficiency.
• Collaborate within integrated product teams (IPTs) to support drawing updates and production efforts.
• Support production activities, including troubleshooting mechanical issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Disposition non-conformances and support root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and facilitate technical meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including design, peer, and tabletop reviews.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects with minimal supervision.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution with 4+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as Creo, CATIA, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks.
• Experience working within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) environments.
• Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, and configuration management processes.
• Experience leading issue resolution in a production environment.
• Strong attention-to-detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active security clearance.
• Experience supporting DoD programs related to missile systems, reentry vehicles, or hypersonic technologies.
• Prior work in assembly, integration, or testing of missile systems.
• Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.
• Familiarity with AS9100 aerospace quality management systems.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 Technical Data Package (TDP) development.
• Experience creating engineering drawings using PTC Creo and managing data in Windchill.
• Understanding of cost, schedule, and programmatic impacts associated with engineering deliverables.