At Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense, and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage. We want motivated, ambitious people who put the needs of our customers first, bring creativity to their work and will do whatever it takes to achieve success. If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.We work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn't believe. At Roush, you arepart of building the future.Roush is seeking a Defense Mechanical Engineer II who will complete a broad range of customer projects within a variety of engineering programs. The role will work on leading edge defense projects for large and small customers with aggressive timelines. This mid-level role will be engaged in the understanding of the customer's unique component design, validation, and release needs. The Defense Mechanical Engineer will perform independent project tasks and collaborate with customers and team members.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with designers to produce 3D designs for mechanical equipment in an accurate and timely manner under the supervision of the lead engineer or supervisor
Perform engineering calculations and analysis as needed for design efforts and projects
Read, analyze, interpret, and create technical documents, engineering drawings, and engineering documentation
Manage the quality, cost effectiveness and timeliness of designs
Present and communicate progress, challenges, and next steps to customers, stakeholders and team members
Interface with internal and external customers and vendors to ensure satisfactory technical requirements and schedules
Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure new, and current customer demands and standards are met
Qualifications:
Must be a US Citizen allowing for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance
Must have ability to obtain and maintain at a minimum Department of Defense "Secret" Level Security Clearance
Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical engineering in defense or automotive
Knowledge of complex mechanical systems (hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical motors and actuators)
Functional proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, SolidWorks or Siemens NX Unigraphics (UG)
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical data to various audiences
Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide robust solutions to complex problems in a timely and cost-effective manner
Preferred Skills:3 years of experience in Mechanical EngineeringIndustry internships, SAE International competition experience (Formula SAE, Baja SAE, enterprise programs)Knowledge of DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), DVPs (Design Verification Plan), DFM (Design for Manufacturing), FEA (Finite Element Analysis), OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) release systems and proceduresKnowledge of vehicle dynamic evaluationsKnowledge of 2D drawing development and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) application and bolted and welded joint applications
