Junior Mechanical Engineer

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Command Post Technologies, Inc.

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Dahlgren, Virginia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Junior Mechanical Engineer will support the development, evaluation, and sustainment of U.S. Navy gun weapon systems. Responsibilities include assisting with mechanical design, integration, documentation, and test planning activities.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support U.S. Navy gun weapon system development. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, 0-2 years of experience, and familiarity with CAD software. A Secret clearance and experience with defense systems are highly desired.

Job Description

Description

CPT is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to support the Gun Weapon Systems Division (E30) at NSWC Dahlgren. This role directly supports U.S. Navy gun weapon system development, evaluation, and sustainment programs in a collaborative, mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support mechanical systems requirements management and engineering design activities for Gun Weapon System components and assemblies.
  • Assist with mechanical design, integration, and documentation tasks using CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Pro/Engineer.
  • Participate in design reviews and engineering working groups supporting E30 Gun Weapon Systems development.
  • Assist senior engineers in mechanical systems test planning, evaluation, and data collection.
  • Prepare and review technical documentation, engineering drawings, and design specifications.
  • Support mechanical systems troubleshooting and engineering change activities in coordination with program teams.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
  • 0–2 years of experience in mechanical engineering design or related field.
  • Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, Pro/Engineer, or equivalent).
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Secret clearance (strongly desired); must be eligible to obtain.
  • Academic or internship experience with defense systems, weapons, or naval engineering.
  • Familiarity with MIL-SPEC documentation and government engineering processes.
  • Experience or coursework in mechanical systems integration or manufacturing processes.

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Command Post Technologies, Inc.

We are Command Post Technologies, Inc. (CPT). Headquartered out of Suffolk, VA in 2008, CPT has grown to a widespread, national scale having a presence in Orlando, FL, Chicago, IL, and Norfolk, VA. CPT is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), providing engineering services in the areas of Cyber Security, Software Development, Test & Evaluation, and Strategic Planning. Over the years CPT has cultivated a dynamic work environment through developing a strong culture rooted in our core principles of integrity, determination, and innovation. In all of CPT’s collaboration efforts, our team prioritizes communication, accountability, and being resourceful in order to maximize efficiency and results. The diversity of our team is one of our greatest strengths. CPT consists of individuals with a proven record of their own wide-ranging accomplishments. These experiences include tactical and technical assignments serving in various elite units, in support of global contingency operations throughout the Afghanistan and Iraq theaters and elsewhere. Additionally, niche experience in compartmented special operations and intelligence activities allow us to provide in depth operational and analytical support to strategic, operational and tactical planning.
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