Overview

i3 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support a unique and complex Army engineering effort located in Huntsville, Alabama. The qualified candidate will be responsible for providing high-level technical and engineering support and leadership. The position involves collaborating with civilian government personnel and a diverse team of engineering professionals to ensure project goals and timelines are achieved. The candidate can expect up to 10% travel. This position is contingent upon contract award, estimated late September timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions in collaboration with a technical team and progress those solutions from concept through implementation.

• Conduct analysis to support and substantiate design approaches.

• Generation of test plans, technical reports, calculation packages, and presentations documenting the work performed.

• Present designs and technical supporting data to internal teammates and customers.

• Monitor operating parameters on production builds such as build times, early identification of defects, and material consumption rate.

• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical and build issues.

• Develop new hardware, software, and processes.

• Work alongside an interdisciplinary team of engineers

• Work closely with Design Team on generation of design drawings, while providing oversight, review, and approval of drawings and system schematics. Job may include generation of design drawings and system schematics.

• Perform failure analysis and investigations to identify and implement solutions.

• Provide engineering su pport for milestone reviews such as Critical Design Reviews (CDRs).

• Assist in developing procurement documentation to support design efforts.

• Assist in the coordination with key vendors and/or suppliers.

• Assist in the management and organization of government furnished equipment (GFE).

• Review and mentorship of lower-level engineers if applicable.

• Travel approximately 10% to support the team.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable engineering area (mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, and engineering technology, etc.) Additional experience may substitute for degree.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

• Knowledge and/or experience in the design and analysis of mechanical systems.

• Knowledge and/or experience in the use of FEA software such as ABAQUS or ANSYS.

• Desired: Knowledge and/or experience in the use of CAD software including Solid Works, Inventor, and/or Creo.

• Willingness and ability to learn new software tools.

• Desired: Knowledge and/or experience of hardware installation and/or field checkout testing.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

• Ability to travel to suppliers as required.

• U. S. Citizenship is required.

  Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to embrace role as a team player by exercising the humility, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills necessary to thrive in a collaborate environment.

• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.

• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.

• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.

• Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.

• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.

• Work well both independently and in a team environment.

• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.

• Must be able to communicate with others effectively.

• Analyze information and respond appropriately.

• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.

• Provide superior customer service.

• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.

• Work well under pressure.

  Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

About i3

Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, i3 is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. DoD. Specializing in missile and aviation engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic affects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation.

• We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do business differently.

• Our focus is to leave our team members and customers better than we found them.

• Our ultimate goal is to strengthen our Nation and our warfighter.

  Perks and Benefits at i3:

• 100% team member owned

• Outstanding insurance coverage

• 401(k) match

• Health and wellness incentives

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Generous PTO

• Fun culture with company activities

• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through our charitable organization, i3 Cares

  We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!

Job LocationsUS-AL-Huntsville

ID 2024-4442

Business Unit SET

Type Full-Time

Clearance Secret Preferred