Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer, Junior-Mid-Level Job Number: #2632 Location: Panama City Beach, FL **Hours:**Typically, M-F 0730-1600; hours may vary depending upon requirements Security Clearance Type: Active Secret Preferred; Eligible for Secret Acceptable U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes Employment Status: Full-Time Innovative Professional Solutions, Inc. (IPS) a successful defense contractor located in Panama City Beach, Florida has provided exceptional support to our Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) customers for more than 20 years. Our benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as 401(k) plan and paid time off. We are seeking a motivated and dependable Junior-Mid Level Mechanical Engineer to work closely with Senior Engineers engaged in research, design, development, testing, overhauling, and refurbishment support to Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) Expeditionary Maneuver (EXMAN) programs. Our mechanical engineers assist with the design, build, maintenance, and testing of U.S. Naval and Marine Corps systems and subsystems. The ideal candidate will be able to adapt to ongoing efforts within the project and immediately make significant contributions in areas such as: system/subsystem layout and/or redesign, 3-D modeling, drawing reviews, and similar support. The Junior-Mid Level Mechanical Engineer may also be involved in collecting and analyzing engineering data, creating and maintaining databases, preparing engineering data and materials to support briefings, and generating reports and associated documents for U.S. Navy and Marine Corps programs. This position requires independent thinking, diligence, and a strong grasp of engineering fundamentals. This position requires a Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Highlights of Responsibilities: Applies engineering principles to investigate, analyze, plan, design, test, or evaluate U.S. Navy systems. Participate in customer meetings to assist with mechanical/electrical specifications and drawing reviews. Create and provide updates to drawing files using SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Assist in the designing, engineering, building, and testing of mechanical systems. Review and prepare engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other engineering documentation. Provide input to engineering and technical assessments. Required Education, Training and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD or similar modeling software. Experience with Microsoft suite of tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook). Eligible to obtain and maintain a Security clearance. Desired Qualifications: 2 or more years of recent, relevant Mechanical Engineering experience. Prior Department of the Navy (DoN) military, civilian, or contractor experience is a plus. Ability to read engineering drawings and general knowledge of equipment and design processes. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that support leadership, management, negotiation, and problem-solving functions of this role. Excellent judgment and the ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities derived from multiple high-priority, emergent requirements. Although part of a team, must also be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision. Excellent communications and organizational skills along with word processing and integrated software applications. An active, Department of War (DoW) Security clearance preferred. Travel: Some OCONUS travel may be required. Working Conditions/Environment: Work will be conducted at NSWC PCD, with some work t king place at local IPS facilities. Tasks may include reaching, lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending, squatting, kneeling, walking, and climbing stairs. Tasking may include periodic work outdoors in conditions typical of Florida. IPS is a drug-free employer. Proof of U.S. citizenship will be required upon employment at IPS. IPS is a Federal Contractor, and an equal opportunity employer, and gives fair consideration to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or marital status. IPS is a drug-free employer. Proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required upon employment at IPS.