Position Description:
Outpost Technologies is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer II to create unique solutions for complex problems for the defense, space, and commercial fields while strengthening current core competencies.
This position will provide direct, on-site support to to an Outpost customer located on Redstone Arsenal. The Candidate will develop mechanical and structural design products for defense and space projects. The Candidate will help create conceptual designs, present at milestone reviews, attend program meetings, draft reports, and produce high-quality drawing products. The candidate will be responsible for applying sound mechanical engineering and design principles in the development of machined, structural, fabricated, sheet metal, and composite components. The Candidate will also be responsible for requirement definition, bill of material development, and managing program tasks and schedules. The Candidate will practice clear communication between vendors, Outpost, and our customers. The Candidate’s final designs will require sound engineering processes, such as design for manufacturing, drawing production, & PDM/PLM/configuration management. The Candidate must also report technical, schedule, and budgetary risk to management.
Communication skills are strongly desired. The Candidate must be self-motivated and produce excellent work that exceeds customer expectations. The Candidate must always present a professional demeanor while representing Outpost Technologies to customers and stakeholders.
The posted compensation range represents the expected pay range for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation may be higher or lower than the stated range based on factors such as relevant experience, education, certifications, specialized expertise, geographic considerations, market conditions, and alignment with internal compensation structures and government contracting requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
- Candidate must possess a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university.
- Candidate must have 6-12 years of Mechanical Engineering experience. Graduate degrees, military service, or technical accreditations/certifications may be substituted for experience years where applicable.
- Candidate must have experience with CAD software and configuration management processes.
- Candidate must have experience drafting and releasing mechanical drawings per ASME Y14 standards.
- Candidate must be a resident of or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama Area.
- Travel up to 2 weeks (10 workdays) per year.
Preferred Qualifications:
- SOLIDWORKS MCAD software package
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Finite Element Modeling software packages
- Product Data Management (PDM) systems
- Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
- Prototyping and Manufacturing Technologies
- NASA or DoD requirements development, test plans and procedures, or test support
Security Requirements:
Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or higher.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Comp Time Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
Outpost Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud U.S. Government contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.
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