Staff Mechanical Engineer

ARA’s team solves problems related to national defense and security.  We are actively searching for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team.

The Staff Engineer will perform project engineering duties such as preparation of cost proposals, planning project execution, providing technical oversight and solutions, preparing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), preparing Quality Project Plans (QPPs) and Alternate Control Plans (ACPs).  Engineers will locate, review, and verify Technical Data Packages (TDP), MIL SPEC/MIL STDs and resolve technical issues by submitting and tracking Request for Variance(s) for OR-99s, and ORDALTS.

Work Environment Details: The duties of this role must be performed entirely onsite within a high-activity environment that features standard industrial/office lighting and ambient noise.

Because continuous proximity to the team and operations is an essential function of the position, certain workspace modifications—such as isolating the worker in a quiet, dimly lit, or entirely private office—cannot be accommodated while fulfilling the core responsibilities of this role.

Employment is contingent upon the successful attainment of at least an Interim Secret clearance, granted by the sponsoring agency.

Due to the nature of this work, candidates for this position must be US citizens residing within the US.

This position is located at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head and will require you to be onsite.

This position does not allow for a remote or hybrid work schedule.

As a Staff Mechanical Engineer at NSWC-IH, your position will include the following key responsibilities.


* Provide leadership for the safe and cost-effective execution of manufacturing capabilities in complex production environments, in collaboration with federal defense clients.


* Acquire in-depth understanding of design requirements for process and facility design to install new manufacturing processes.


* Apply analytical techniques to support process development, troubleshooting, and optimization.

Assist in development test plans to validate to support proof on concept designs.


* Oversee the proper execution of projects, including detailed planning, scheduling, and procurement aligned with customer specifications.

Collaborate closely with program management counterparts to develop comprehensive plans for technical deliverables and schedules.


* Collaborate with equipment vendors and subcontractors, clearly communicating design, fabrication, and testing requirements for process equipment.


* In partnership with project managers, develop, plan, and execute goals that align with client objectives and ensure timely, quality deliverables.

Participate in regular client facing meetings to updated progress and facilitate technical discussion.


* Implement and monitor safety and quality programs, ensuring all project staff adhere to contractual terms, scope of work, regulatory requirement, and client specific qualit...