+ Provides mechanical engineering expertise. + Analyzes complex systems, hardware, and architecture to resolve operational issues. + Performs engineering calculations, performs Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), drafts project specifications, prepares technical reports, prepares design estimates, and manages configuration control. + Researches, designs, evaluates, installs, operates, and maintains mechanical products, equipment, systems, and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles. + May work with other engineering staff in the design and development of electro-mechanical devices and components. + Uses standard procedures in carrying out assignments associated with research, design or development of specific parts, components, or minor phases of a project. + Coordinates with other technical personnel in solving technical problems, fabricating equipment, gathering information, formulating plans, designs, cost estimates and specifications. + May assist drafters in developing the structural design of products, using drafting tools or computer-assisted design and drafting equipment and software. + Conducts research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, and performance of equipment, components, and systems. + Recommends design modifications to eliminate machine or system failures. + Provides assistance to higher level engineers in most of the detail work and translates technical guidance and data received into usable information applicable to the particular assignment. + Assists in compiling and preparing comprehensive technical reports and proposals. + May participate as a team member of multiple teams; may act as primary intra-organizational liaison. + Provides configuration management and control of designed systems. + Directs the work of lower-level technical personnel, as required. + Performs all other duties as assigned. + Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Applied Science with related experience. + Experience directly related to engineering or applied science may be substituted in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree. + Must have or be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. + Experience developing system designs with AUTOCAD 3D.