Mechanical Engineer

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Transform technology into opportunity as a Mechanical Engineer at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Mechanical Engineer, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of NAVAIR Ship and Air Integrated Warfare (SAIW) Division. You will play a crucial role in providing technical support for shipboard installations and solutions to teams performing industrial work.

• Design, evaluate, plan, test, and operate electrical, electronic, mechanical, and/or computer components, equipment and systems
• Evaluate system designs and drawings to identify problems during project planning to reduce impacts during execution
• Perform technical evaluations on system designs and propose resolutions to internal and external stakeholders
• Develop system test and evaluation plans, and execute test plans to verify performance of equipment
• Identify risks and issues that may affect project success and propose mitigation strategies
• Interface directly with customer stakeholders and multiple engineering authorities to identify issues during initial design and corresponding solutions
• Generate Condition Found Reports (CFRs) and Liaison Action Requests (LARs) summarizing problems and propose recommendations
• Collaborate with project management and installation teams to identify and resolve issues impeding project progress
• Interface directly with customer stakeholders and multiple engineering authorities to identify issues during initial design and corresponding solutions
• Aid industrial installation teams in applying developed solutions on-site
• Identify areas for process improvement and make recommendations for change
• Ensure installation of next-generation equipment on Naval Vessels is successful without compromising quality or safety
• Utilize Autodesk suite of tools in development and evaluation of engineering solutions

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Mechanical Engineer must have:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering from ABET-accredited school, (Masters of Science in Engineering or Masters of Engineering is preferred but not required)
• Experience: 2+ years of related experience
• Security Clearance Level: Able to obtain Secret clearance
• Strong technical problem solving skills, including evaluating performance of a system
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments and levels of an organization
• Strong organization and time management skills able to balance multiple priorities and clients
• Able to read drawings
• Technical writing skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proficient with Autodesk including AutoCAD
• PMP certification preferred
• Familiarity with Mil-Stds and Navy Modernization Process preferred
• Location: California, MD; Chesapeake, VA
• Travel up to 25%
• US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.