{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dddd49e963da192df49b95ec","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dddd49e963da192df49b95ec","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dddd49e963da192df49b95ec","title":"Mechanical Engineer / Weapon Systems Modeler","description":"*Overview*\n\nJR Mechanical Engineer / Weapon Systems Modeler (DETO-2026-25747):\n\nBowhead seeks new team members in their support to the Navy’s Weapons Systems Munitions Integration and Hypersonics division. Bowhead seeks analysts to perform Target Vulnerability characterizations and Weapon System effectiveness analyses. The position will interface with weapons design analysts, other subject matter experts, and technical personnel model targets and analyze the effects of weapon systems against them.\n\n*Responsibilities*\n\n* Define threat systems, understand their subsystems (e.g., propulsion, fire control, etc.) and then develop a Target Geometric Model and associated Fail Analysis Logic Trees\n* Combine the Target Vulnerability models and weapon characterizations to assess encounters between a weapon and target with the goal of determining the overall probability of kill (Pk) or system effectiveness based upon delivery accuracy. These analyses are generally performed using a Monte Carlo simulation and are performed in support of weapons system acquisition, service procurement, and employment\n* Prepare documentation and support configuration management guidelines\n* Other duties as assigned\n\n*Qualifications*\n\n* A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline. Concentrations in the following academic areas would be of benefit: Vector calculus, statistics, statics, mechanics (3-Degrees of Freedom), dynamics (6-Degrees of Freedom), and Strength of Materials.\n\nPhysical Demands:\n\n* Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds\n* Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time\n* Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically\n\nSECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.\n\nTarget salary is $75,000/annually to $85,000/annually commensurate with experience\n\n_*Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.*_\n\n* Experience in Naval Weapons Systems development preferred.\n* Experience with Matlab, Python scripting, and SOLIDWORKS are a plus.\n* Ability to work independently and interface professionally with other government agencies, contractors, military personnel.\n* Ability to define task details, estimates, and schedules using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Word).\n\nSECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently have a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.\n\nPay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k)\n* 401(k) matching\n* Dental insurance\n* Employee assistance program\n* Health insurance\n* Health savings account\n* Life insurance\n* Paid time off\n* Professional development assistance\n* Referral program\n* Tuition reimbursement\n* Vision insurance\n\nSecurity clearance:\n* Secret (Required)\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Bowhead Program Management Operations","rawCompany":"bowhead program management operations","city":"King George","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-24T09:15:49.797Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mechanical Engineer / Weapon Systems Modeler","description":"*Overview*\n\nJR Mechanical Engineer / Weapon Systems Modeler (DETO-2026-25747):\n\nBowhead seeks new team members in their support to the Navy’s Weapons Systems Munitions Integration and Hypersonics division. Bowhead seeks analysts to perform Target Vulnerability characterizations and Weapon System effectiveness analyses. The position will interface with weapons design analysts, other subject matter experts, and technical personnel model targets and analyze the effects of weapon systems against them.\n\n*Responsibilities*\n\n* Define threat systems, understand their subsystems (e.g., propulsion, fire control, etc.) and then develop a Target Geometric Model and associated Fail Analysis Logic Trees\n* Combine the Target Vulnerability models and weapon characterizations to assess encounters between a weapon and target with the goal of determining the overall probability of kill (Pk) or system effectiveness based upon delivery accuracy. 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US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.\n\nTarget salary is $75,000/annually to $85,000/annually commensurate with experience\n\n_*Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.*_\n\n* Experience in Naval Weapons Systems development preferred.\n* Experience with Matlab, Python scripting, and SOLIDWORKS are a plus.\n* Ability to work independently and interface professionally with other government agencies, contractors, military personnel.\n* Ability to define task details, estimates, and schedules using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Word).\n\nSECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently have a security clearance at the Secret level. 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