Description
SAIC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Principal to join our team of professionals executing complex systems integration efforts for the Navy and United States Marine Corps.
Work will be performed on site in in Charleston, SC.
This opportunity is contingent upon contract award, anticipated in Fall 2022.
Candidate will follow scope of work detailed below:
This work primarily entails specification and development of advanced solutions for unusually complex technical problems and provides solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious.
A subset of the developed solutions will be comprised of electro-mechanical systems validated in a systems integration laboratory (SIL) and on operational systems that will require embedded system design knowledge.
Candidate will apply advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts to develop solutions to complicated systems integration challenges and will be a key contributor to development of new principles and concepts.
Develops material solutions and manufacturing techniques for complex Naval structures. Performs static and dynamic design and analysis of mechanical systems, equipment and packages. Collaborates with drafting for completion of model and drawing technical data package.
Possesses extensive knowledge of welding applications IAW AWS Structural Welding Codes.
Collaborate with the capture team on bid and proposal efforts to secure new opportunities in the naval and ground combat domains.
Determine and pursue courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Work checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of supervisor.
Exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective for desired results. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Guides the successful completion of major programs.
Represents organization as prime technical contact on contracts and projects. Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience. Degree should be in a relevant technical field such as Mechanical Engineering.
Posseses extensive knowledge of welding applications IAW AWS Structural Welding Codes.
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing of large fabricated structures is required.
US Citizenship is required
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
Working knowledge of 3D modeling Software (Solidworks) and Finite Element / Structural Analysis tools used in the design and development fabricated steel and aluminum structures.
Working knowledge in application of AWS Structural Welding Codes with familiarity and demonstrated expertise in the application of GD&T IAW ASME Y14
Familiarity with Naval vessels and naval subsystem integration is highly desired.Capablity in executing the design and release of complex fabrications within a PLM tool and an overall awareness and understanding of configuration management.
Hands on system design, build-up and hardware/software troubleshooting experience
Familiarity with seismic analysis of fabricated structures.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
Overview
SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are more than 26,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a respectful work culture based on diversity, equity, and inclusion that values all contributors. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
