Mechanical Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Part time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Part-Time On-Call

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Hull Form and Propulsor Testing Branch (Code 853) at NSWC Carderock Division

This role supports test article design, fabrication oversight, assembly, and maintenance for submarine resistance and powering, surface ship resistance and powering, and tow tank and water tunnel propulsor evaluation hardware.

Responsibilities:
The Mechanical Engineer responsibilities include experimental test planning, experimental design, instrumentation selection and development to meet test objectives. They will also be responsible for assisting with fabrication and assembly of test components and presenting information at various stages of the process.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Ocean, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or another related discipline
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret-level clearance
• 10+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of engineering practices, physics, mathematics, and hydrodynamics
• Ability to perform hydrodynamic model testing
• Experience in model design and instrumentation setup
• Skilled in project management and test program execution
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Knowledge of experimental fluid dynamics
• Extensive knowledge of high speed 3- and 5- axis CNC machining
• Extensive experience in rapid prototyping
• Extensive experience with common CAD tools including AutoCAD, Solidworks, and Rhino
• Experience with mechanical static strength and plastic deformation analysis
• Experience with finite element analysis
• Knowledge of heat treatment of common engineering materials
• Knowledge and experience with design and fabrication of composite materials
• Experience with wind, water tunnel, cavitation channels, and tow tank testing

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$120,800 - $265,800