Description
The Leidos Undersea Systems Division (USD) team currently has an opening for a Mechanical Engineer supporting NIWC Pacific.
The successful candidate will support cutting-edge maritime technologies and work across a multitude of product lines. Responsibilities will be split dynamically between Configuration Management (CM) and managing the development and execution of Temporary Alteration Packages (TEMPALT) for temporary installation of equipment/systems on Navy platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Configuration Management (CM) Support
- Establish and maintain system baseline configurations, drawing trees, and documentation packages across multiple systems.
- Perform detailed reviews of engineering drawings, 3D CAD models (Solid Edge), and technical specifications to verify standards compliance, accuracy, and completeness.
- Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and deviations, leading them through review boards and ensuring exact lifecycle documentation.
- Track hardware revisions and ensure physical systems match the digitized as-designed models across multiple product lines.
- Collaborate across systems, electrical, and software engineering disciplines to ensure seamless configuration traceability.
Shipboard Installation & TEMPALT Support
- Support the generation and technical orchestration of Temporary Alteration (TEMPALT) packages in accordance with NAVSEA and US Navy requirements.
- Perform reviews of shipboard installation packages, including review of designs for structural foundations, shock/vibration isolation mountings, cabling pathways, and power distribution interfaces.
- Develop technical installation instructions, shipboard safety briefs, drawing packages, and testing/restoration procedures.
- Conduct ship checks and site surveys on naval vessels to assess structural fitment, clearance limits, and interference resolution.
- Provide on-site technical support to shipyards, installation teams, and ship crew during TEMPALT execution and initial system commissioning.
- Coordinate closely with Navy program offices, regional maintenance centers (RMCs), and ship command staff to gain package approvals and manage technical risks.
Required Qualifications & Education
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a closely related technical field.
- 2-5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design, structural integration, or configuration control, preferably within maritime, aerospace, or defense sectors.
- Strong proficiency in 3D CAD design software (Solid Edge preferred).
- Solid understanding of Configuration Management principles (ANSI/EIA-649 standard) and configuration control workflows.
- Basic structural and mechanical calculation skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- U.S. Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience working directly on US Navy surface vessels or submarines.
- Familiarity with US Navy standard procedures, NAVSEA drawing requirements, and TEMPALTs / ShipAlts / Combat System Alts.
- Knowledge of Navy shock and vibration standards (MIL-S-901D, MIL-STD- 167-1A) and electromagnetic interference controls (MIL-STD-461).
- Certification in Configuration Management (e.g., NDIA CM, CMPIC, or similar).
- Hands-on shipboard mechanical assembly.
Physical Requirements
- Navigate lab, office, and warehouse environments.
- Use hands to operate machinery, tools, and computer equipment.
- Climb ladders up to 20 ft and work comfortably in loud production environments, various temperatures, and inclement weather.