Entry Level Mechanical Systems Engineer - US Defense

100% onsite in Sterling Heights

$30-33/hr with a 9/80 work schedule

Long-term contract with full benefits

Special requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, other programs won't be considered

Candidate Requirements:

This role is open ONLY to US Citizens as all candidates must be eligible for secret security clearance (clearance requires US Citizenship). Please note, clearance isn’t required to start (only eligibility). Candidates who are Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders), TN visa holders, H1B or F1 (OPT/CPT) candidates are NOT permitted in this role. This role is NOT open to corp2corp (C2C) or corp2hire (C2H).

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role  

• Lead Developmental projects as the System Integration Engineer for build, verification and delivery of military vehicles to the customer. 
• Plan the physical and functional integration activity by developing and maintaining Prototype/Mockup vehicle build schedules. 

     - Develop, maintain and execute prototype fabrication and build plans.  

     - Assist in prototype hardware procurement.  

     - Initiate shop work orders.  

     - Coordinate SSE assistance as necessary to support prototype shop activities.  

• Act as primary interface between sub-system engineering and the prototype build shop. 
• Responsible for vehicle level system integration, verification, and problem reporting/resolution. 
• Develop and foster a cohesive build team environment between prototype shop mechanics, sub system engineers, and system engineers. 
• Direct mechanics in the assembly of subsystems onto military vehicles using applicable models and drawings. 
• Monitor the Engineering Bill of Materials (BOM) maturity and Engineering Release Plan execution. 
• Track material receipts and address “late to need” issues. 
• Generate Engineering Problem Reports to document fabrication, installation, and/or functionality issues discovered during the prototype build. 

Qualifications Sought   

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required. 
• 0-3 years experience with vehicle system integration
• Experience with Teamcenter, Vis Mockup and Oracle Systems preferred. 
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills. 
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Additional Information / Desired Experience:   

• Previous experience working on ground combat vehicles desired. 
• This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles. Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space) 
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is required. Works well in team and individually. 
• Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required. 

How to Apply for This Job:

To apply for this position, please follow these steps: Apply for this job with your current resume. We’ll get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next you’ll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage we’ll give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.

EOE (including Disability/Veterans)