Description
Leidos Defense Sector is seeking a Mechanical Cable Designer to help create the critical 'nervous system' that connects the advanced hardware developed to protect America and its allies.
As a Mechanical Cable Designer, you will design the electrical power and signal cables, along with the hardware that connects, routes, and secures them. You will use 2D and 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software and the Leidos Enterprise Product Life Management (ELPM) Windchill system to bring these essential components to life.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design electrical power and signal cables, and related hardware
- Use CAD software and ELPM Windchill system
- Work independently with guidance and support from senior designers
- Apply knowledge of government and industry-standard connectors and cable parts
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience, or Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or 6+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
- Proficient in CAD software
- Familiar with government and industry standards
- Ability to work onsite at a Leidos facility and independently with limited supervision
- Basic understanding of cable design needs, routing considerations, and mechanical design principles
- Flexible and capable of switching between tasks and toolsets
- Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area
- US Citizenship is required
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- 3D modeling experience with SolidWorks and Creo
- 2D drawing experience using SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, and Visio
- 3D routing experience in SolidWorks and Creo
- Experience with Windchill PLM
- Background in cable design and/or mechanical design
- Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and Y14.5 standards
- Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620D and the National Electric Code
- Experience creating technical data packages to MIL-STD-31000 requirements
- Ability to read and interpret cable wiring diagrams
- Hands-on experience in mechanical and/or cable assembly
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Pay Range: $69,550.00 - $125,725.00