Mechanical Engineer

Satellite Services Inc. (Ssi) - Newport, RI

Full-time - Entry Level

Newport, RI

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Mechanical Engineer position at Rite-Solutions, Inc. involves supporting the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) in various engineering tasks related to Combat Control Systems. The role focuses on system modernization, testing support, and in-service support for AN BYG-1 systems, with responsibilities including design, analysis, and documentation of engineering changes and testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design system modernization and capabilities expansions to meet emerging Navy needs
• Analyze and develop Engineering Change Instructions and Engineering Change Proposals
• Assess installation and system requirements to determine equipment layout
• Perform gap, fault/failure, and performance analyses
• Document and present trade studies
• Develop and review drawing packages and support related technical data package creation
• Investigate capabilities and applicability of unique testing environments to support required testing objectives
• Support development of test plans and test procedures for Environmental Qualification and Survivability testing
• Perform analyses of test results to determine testing impacts on components and subsequent assessments of survivability, vulnerability, reliability and replaceability
• Perform impact analysis of testing on related systems/subsystems
• Support integration and subsequent environmental testing events
• Support factory acceptance testing
• Develop program status reports such as technical assessments, risk assessments, technical recommendations or technical information

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Basic experience and knowledge associated with mechanical engineering functions related to design, troubleshooting, analysis, reporting, and/or testing of complex systems
• Knowledge of Environmental testing methodologies, objectives, testing environments
• Technical writing and presentation skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Experience in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar
• Experience in VISIO or similar engineering-oriented documentation applications is a plus
• Experience with process improvement methods, practices, and procedures (i.e., CMMI) is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Understanding of DoD engineering design practices is a plus
• Knowledge of EW systems and technology, specifically AN/BLQ-10 is a plus
• Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and hold a Secret Clearance

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in VISIO or similar engineering-oriented documentation applications
• Experience with process improvement methods, practices, and procedures (i.e., CMMI)
• Understanding of DoD engineering design practices
• Knowledge of EW systems and technology, specifically AN/BLQ-10

Benefits

• Great Place to Work Certification (2022, 2023, 2024)
• Hire VETs Medallion Award (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)