Structures Test Engineer

Join our advanced maritime mechanical team as a Structures Test Engineer. In this hands-on, multidisciplinary role, you will design, build, and test complex mechanical structures and fluid systems for autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) used in Department of Defense applications. You will collaborate with naval architects, autonomy engineers, and control systems teams to ensure test fidelity and relevance to mission performance. A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline is required, along with 2+ years of experience in designing and operating structural test equipment.

• Design, build, and test complex mechanical structures and fluid systems for autonomous surface vessels.
• Develop and execute test stand concepts, fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and instrumentation lists tailored to maritime platforms.
• Lead and execute rigorous mechanical and structural testing of marine components and systems, often in outdoor, field-based conditions.

• Hands-on design, analysis, and testing of mechanical structures or systems
• 2+ years of experience designing and operating structural test equipment
• Experience with: Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Finite Element Analysis tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, or equivalent), Design of large steel or aluminum weldments, High-pressure fluid system design, Mechanical assembly and fabrication techniques
• Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline
• Professional experience with structural FEA or mechanical testing
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX/Unigraphics preferred)
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer