Senior Mechanical Engineer

hackajob is collaborating with Nightwing to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.Nightwing is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer for our Springfield, VA location to support technology development and mission programs. As part of a collaborative team of mechanical, civil, and electrical engineers, you will develop solutions from concept through prototype development, testing, documentation, and production.Job DutiesThe Senior Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with teams to develop innovative, practical solutions and drive program success. Key responsibilities include product design, advanced engineering analysis, creating and delivering drawings, coordinating hardware fabrication, and authoring detailed technical procedures. The role also involves preparing presentations, field reports, cost estimates, and design reviews for diverse audiences. Additionally, the engineer will assist the Program Manager with technical, cost, and schedule requirements of current tasks and help shape strategies for future tasks based on customer needs. Ideal candidates are professional, self-motivated, innovative, and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, working effectively with engineers, technicians, and customer staff.Required QualificationsCandidate must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with a CI polygraphMinimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with a bachelor’s degree, or three (3) years with an advanced degree.Product development experience using rapid, iterative design and prototyping methods with frequent integration/test cyclesPractical, hands-on experience building, testing, and troubleshooting prototypes, including motors, actuators, and sensorsExperience with CAD software for mechanical design and documentation (SolidWorks & Revit preferred)Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, presentations, and documentationProficient in mechanics of materials, statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transferAbility to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary, collaborative team environment balancing diverse project tasks and typesWorking knowledge of common hand and powered toolsAbility to lift up to 50 poundsWillingness and ability to travel for temporary assignments (less than 10% travel) Desired QualificationsCoursework in Finite Element Analysis and Mechanics of MaterialsExperience with engineering data analysis tools such as Matlab and MathcadExperience designing for and using additive manufacturingProfessional Engineer (PE) License in Mechanical Engineering or related disciplineProject Management experienceAt Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.