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Firepower Hardware Engineer
Job Description
Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and release system, subsystem assemblies and corresponding components, and provisions for various systems and subsystems mechanisms.
- This department has a strong concentration in the field of gun/turret drives and racerings, a plethora of assorted weapon systems, its integration into various legacy and new platforms, and design of its associated hardware/ammunition handling or feed.
- Ability to design articulating, locking or sliding provisions to Human Factors requirements.
- Must possess CAD software experience.
- Able to provide technical guidance with Design Services to create models, installation and detail drawings, and provide technical support for concurrent engineering.
- Able to support procurement and on-site prototype build/integration activities and resolve issue(s).
- Able to read technical drawings and perform tolerance stacks. Working knowledge of FEA (ANSA, with Nastran and/or LS-DYNA solvers) is a plus.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Required B.S. In Mechanical Engineering.
- 5 years in a professional engineering role.
- Self-starter, highly motivated.
- Perform preliminary design and analysis derived from requirements.
- Work in an Integrated Product Team environment and be able to communicate across functional organizations.
- Performing failure analysis & be able to provide technical direction for corrective action solutions.
- Write technical reports & modification instructions.
- CAD modeling capability for generating feasible design concepts.
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications is required.
- Must be able to work in office, shop, plant, test lab, and test site environments.
- Must be able to work overtime if required.
- Must be able to travel if required.
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.
No Subcontract Requirement
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.
Meet Your Recruiter
Jimmy Tallent
Technical Recruiter
As a proud U.S. Army veteran with an extensive 28-year service record, Jimmy Tallent dedicated two decades of his life to active duty and an additional eight years in the Army Reserve, contributing his time, talent and commitment to various vital aspects of military service. His journey has been diverse, spanning roles in aviation, transportation, and recruiting, allowing him to develop a versatile skill set and a deep understanding of the military landscape.
Originally hailing from the city of Chattanooga, TN, Jimmy embarked on his military career with a passion for service and a commitment to excellence. Throughout his tenure, he served in dynamic and challenging roles, which included the precision and expertise demanded by the aviation industry, the strategic logistics of transportation, and the interpersonal and leadership skills required in the recruiting field.
In addition to his rich military experience, he pursued and earned a degree in business management, further enhancing his knowledge and capabilities. With this academic achievement, coupled with his practical experience, positioned him as a professional with a comprehensive understanding of both military and business landscapes.
Today, Jimmy is excited to leverage his leadership, organizational, and strategic skills at Contract Professionals, Inc. Jimmy is driven by his commitment to excellence, his discipline instilled through years of military service, and his passion for overcoming challenges. He approaches every opportunity with the same dedication and integrity, which defined his military career.