Machine Design Engineer - Entry LevelPAE Government Services Inc. • Tullahoma, Tennessee, United States
Machine Design Engineer - Entry Level
PAE Government Services Inc.
- Tullahoma, Tennessee, United States
- Tullahoma, Tennessee, United States
About
Machine Design – Engineer I at Amentum Advanced Solutions, a performance unit of our Engineering & Technology Line of Business, involves designing, constructing, and operating unique and complex research and development facilities such as wind tunnels, rocket test stands, climatic chambers, and nuclear facilities. Projects span the automotive, motorsports, defense, nuclear, and aerospace markets, with clients including Audi, Boeing, NASA, and U.S. government agencies. Most designs are unique, often starting from a blank sheet of paper, and you will work on several projects simultaneously in a dynamic, challenging, and enjoyable environment. Job Summary
This entry-level or early‑career Mechanical Engineer will focus on machine design and related multidisciplinary projects, reporting to a supervising engineer and working closely with structural, process, controls, instrumentation, and fluid dynamics teams. Duties and Responsibilities
Independently perform short‑duration project tasks with clearly defined requirements and goals. Analyze and evaluate the results of an analysis using techniques prescribed by senior engineers or supervisors. Accomplish tasks of limited scope or solve problems that require investigation of a limited number of variables. Prepare calculations and assist in the preparation of presentations and technical reports. Support interface development with other disciplines, working closely with structural, mechanical process, controls and instrumentation, and aerodynamics/fluid dynamics engineers. Aid in producing complete, detailed drawing packages by supplying design input or performing CAD work. Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited engineering school. Key Skills
Statics & Dynamics Mechanics of Materials Mechanisms / Machine Design Kinematics Fluid Dynamics Thermodynamics Heat Transfer System Dynamics 3D CAD Preferred Qualifications
Mechanical Engineering internships and/or co‑ops, especially in machine design or adjacent industries. 3D CAD experience; Inventor or SolidWorks preferred. FEA software experience; Ansys, NASTRAN, and/or Inventor preferred. Machining and fabrication experience (milling, turning, welding, laser‑cutting, forming). Basic experience with machine instrumentation (proximity sensors, vision sensors, strain gauges, scales). Knowledge of common machine elements: gears, bearings, belts, machine screws, chains, cams, linkages, gearmotors, servomotors. Adjacent industry experience in aerospace & defense, mechanical design, factory automation (material handling, web handling, process automation), and fluid power (hydraulics / pneumatics). Essential Functions
Special clothing/equipment (wearing): 1% High noise level: 1% Description of work environment: Inside – 99%, Outside – 1% Travel/transportation requirements: 1–3 days per quarter Equipment and machines used: Office equipment – 100% Compensation
$77,000 (base salary; actual compensation may vary based on experience, market data, and other factors). Benefits Overview
Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax‑saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance EEO Statement
Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital status, domestic partnership, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, mental or physical disability, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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- English
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