Mechanical Engineer Associate

SAIC

Panama City, Florida, United States

Panama City, Florida, United States

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Job ID: 2611610Location: Panama City Beach, FL, USDate Posted: 2026-04-20Category: Engineering and SciencesSubcategory: Mechanical EngrSchedule: Full-TimeShift: Day JobTravel: NoMinimum Clearance Required: Interim_SecretClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: SecretPotential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITEDescription?SAIC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Panama City Beach, Florida. You will be working in a dynamic environment at our Holley Engineering and Integration Center supporting rapid development, prototyping, and production of cutting-edge adaptive warfare technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a balance of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset, with experience in handling mid-level engineering responsibilities. This role will support mechanical equipment design, system design, testing, and troubleshooting. Support can vary from Research & Development to Production Support.The program focuses on asymmetric and adaptive warfare systems designed to provide flexible, cost-effective solutions for various asset types and modalities. It supports accelerated development and fielding of various technologies to address emergent warfighter requirements.Key Responsibilities:Contribute technical expertise to support a variety of mechanical engineering projects under the guidance of senior engineers.Assist in designing and developing mechanical systems, equipment packages, and structural components to meet project requirements.Capture and interpret design requirements, with a basic understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles.Conduct feasibility assessments and testing for new or modified designs, reporting findings to stakeholders.Support and collaborate with technicians and support personnel in preparing detailed designs, documentation, testing protocols, and prototype fabrication.Provide technical contributions to the project's documentation and technical writing efforts.Assist senior team members with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues on mechanical systems and components.Prepare variance reports and address issues related to technical or manufacturing documentation when required.Maintain communication with program management and integration staff to align and resolve technical challenges.Review and refine drawings, specifications, and procurement documentation to ensure vendors understand technical requirements and risks are addressed.Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure compliance with engineering standards and design objectives.QualificationsRelevant Background and Experience: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline and two (2) years of experience.
Experience in mechanical engineering design, analysis, and testing.
Knowledge of materials science and the selection of materials appropriate to mechanical systems and structural applications.
Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar tools) for mechanical design and documentation.
Experience in designing mechanical components such as enclosures, mounts, and assemblies for ruggedized environments.
Familiarity with thermal management and heat dissipation for mechanical and electronic systems.
Ability to analyze stress, vibration, and mechanical fatigue to ensure component/system integrity.
Hands-on ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and identify solutions.
Experience contributing to engineering documentation for a technical data package, including drawings, test procedures, and specifications.
Ability to read and understand basic electrical and mechanical drawings.
Experience working with manufacturing processes such as machining, 3D printing, or sheet metal fabrication.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .

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