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Associate Mechanical Engineer

Crane, IN, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 4 hours ago

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Skills

Science
Mentorship
SolidWorks
Assembly
Testing
Billing
Bill Of Materials
Documentation
Product QA
Quality Assurance
Collaboration
Document Management
Management
Mechanical Engineering
Dynamics
Thermodynamics
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Schematics
Military
Technical Drafting
Communication
Microsoft Office
Organizational Skills
Attention To Detail
Security Clearance
Prototyping
Cost-benefit Analysis
Computer Hardware
Technical Writing
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2612368

Location: Crane, IN, US

Date Posted: 2026-05-08

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Mechanical Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Associate in Crane, IN.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a motivated, entry-level Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of maritime tactical communication and C2 systems. The ideal candidate will apply their academic foundation in mechanical engineering to real-world mission hardware, working closely under the mentorship of senior engineers to deliver ruggedized solutions for the Warfighter.

JOB RESPONSIBILITES

Assist in the design and development of mechanical components and systems for tactical applications
Utilize CAD software (SolidWorks) to produce 2D and 2D designs, assembly drawings, and part drawings.
Support the construction and testing of mechanical prototypes and test beds.
Assist in preparing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and other engineering documentation.
Support product testing and validation efforts to ensure quality and performance standards are met against environmental constraints.
Conduct quality assurance checks on received mechanical parts.
Assist in troubleshooting existing product designs and collaborate with document control to manage design records.
Perform other engineering and administrative duties as assigned in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline and zero years of experience.
Solid academic foundation in fundamental mechanical engineering principles (e.g., statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, materials).
Comfortable working in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software solutions to create and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
Willingness to learn and apply military standards and drafting standards
Good oral and written communication
Familiarity with Microsoft 365
Work collaboratively in a team environment
Strong organizational skill, attention to detail and operate effectively in a busy work environment.
Interim secret clearance required to start with the ability to obtain a secret clearance. SAIC will sponsor the clearance process.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

Experience with academic or extracurricular engineering projects demonstrating prototyping and fabrication skills
Basic understanding of developing specifications for selecting/procuring components, conducting cost analysis, or evaluating vendor proposals
Interest or basic experience in troubleshooting hardware issues or developing technical documentation for end-users.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2612368
Posted 1 day ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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