Mechanical Engineer II – Designer, Drafter

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Assist the Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) Engineering Team

• Develop comprehensive CAD models, engineering drawings, and specifications for propulsion-related components, such as motor cases, nozzles, insulation, joints, and structural interfaces

• Aid in design integration, configuration control, and the release of precise, manufacturable mechanical designs

• Utilize engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair, and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical equipment

• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports

• Collaborate with engineers and other personnel to establish operating procedures, troubleshoot system malfunctions, and provide technical information

• Investigate and evaluate customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to assess design/application feasibility, costs, and maintenance needs

• Specify system components or direct product modifications to ensure compliance with engineering design and performance criteria

• Examine equipment failures and issues, diagnose operational faults, and recommend solutions to maintenance teams

• Work closely with engineers from different disciplines

• Operate with moderate guidance and direction while exercising discretion and judgment

⛳️ Requirements

• Associate's Degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience

• Engineering degree is mandatory

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Capability to meet deadlines

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Strong analytical thinking abilities

• Knowledge of applied mechanics

• Experience in design engineering

• Familiarity with design optimization

• Competence in conducting design reviews

• Background in mechanical engineering

• Skills in prototyping

• Experience in requirements engineering/analysis

• Proficient in CAD software

• Knowledge of Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software

• Must be able to remain seated at a desk and/or computer for extended durations

• Requires regular mobility throughout GD-OTS facilities

• May need to stand for extended periods

• Work may necessitate indoor and outdoor activities with exposure to varying weather conditions and/or operation of machinery

• May be asked to work a different shift

• Up to 25% travel may be required

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for Gain Sharing Program

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Short-term disability insurance

• Long-term disability insurance

• Basic life insurance

• Pre-tax spending accounts

• 401(k) plan

• Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Accident Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• Enhanced Legal Services

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Educational Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid holidays

• 120 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually

• Up to 3 weeks of paid family leave

• Career development and recognition programs

• Option for remote work