Mechanical Engineer at Parsons in Maryland

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support our cutting-edge Drone Armor counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) program. The Mechanical Engineer will design, analyze, prototype, and support manufacturing of mechanical and thermal devices and subsystems that enable Drone Armor systems to perform reliably in demanding operational environments.

What You'll Be Doing

Mechanical & Thermal Problem Analysis

• Analyze problems to determine how mechanical and thermal devices or subsystems can help solve mission and system challenges
• Evaluate environmental, structural, and thermal constraints relevant to C-UAS platforms and support equipment

Mechanical/Thermal Design & CAD

• Design or redesign mechanical and thermal devices or subsystems using analytical methods and computer-aided design (CAD) tools
• Develop detailed models, drawings, and specifications for components and assemblies used in Drone Armor systems

Failure Investigation & Corrective Actions

• Investigate equipment failures or performance difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and recommend remedies
• Perform root cause analysis and propose design, material, or process changes to improve reliability and maintainability

Prototyping, Testing & Iteration

• Develop and test prototypes of mechanical and thermal devices you design
• Analyze test results, assess performance against requirements, and change the design or system as needed
• Support lab and field testing, including instrumentation, data collection, and test setup for mechanical components

Manufacturing Support & Oversight

• Oversee the manufacturing process for devices and subsystems, coordinating with fabrication, suppliers, and quality teams
• Review manufacturing plans, build issues, and nonconformances, providing engineering disposition and guidance
• Ensure that designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and aligned with program schedule and quality objectives

What Required Skills You'll Bring

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline is required with 5 years of experience OR
• 8 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience may be substituted for education

Experience

• Experience analyzing problems where mechanical and thermal solutions are required
• Experience designing or redesigning mechanical and thermal devices or subsystems using CAD and analytical methods
• Experience investigating equipment failures or difficulties and recommending corrective actions
• Experience developing and testing prototypes, and iterating designs based on test results
• Experience overseeing or supporting manufacturing processes for mechanical devices

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency with mechanical CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or similar)
• Understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, tolerancing, and basic thermal analysis
• Ability to interpret and generate engineering drawings, specifications, and test plans
• Familiarity with prototyping methods, test instrumentation, and basic structural/thermal analysis techniques

Security & Citizenship

• Must be a US Citizen
• SECRET security clearance

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

Advanced Education & Training

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline
• Relevant coursework or training in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and structural mechanics

Specialized Experience

• Experience supporting DoD, aerospace, defense, or C-UAS-related mechanical systems
• Experience designing for harsh environments (shock, vibration, temperature, dust, moisture)

Additional Technical Skills

• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) or thermal analysis tools
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes (machining, additive manufacturing, sheet metal, composites) and design-for-manufacture (DFM) principles

Security Clearance Requirement: An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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