SAIC
SAIC

Senior Mechanical Engineer

MIDDLETOWN, RI, US • Posted 14 days ago • Updated 10 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Science
  • Organized
  • Test Equipment
  • Management
  • Sourcing
  • Project Documentation
  • Technical Drafting
  • Leadership
  • Interfaces
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Technical Writing
  • Documentation
  • Presentations
  • Attention To Detail
  • Communication
  • Budget
  • Security Clearance
  • Research
  • Project Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Systems
  • Computer Hardware
  • Data Acquisition
  • Information Technology
  • Systems Engineering
  • FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2601455

Location: MIDDLETOWN, RI, US

Date Posted: 2026-02-16

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: No

Description

SAIC has an opening for an organized and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer who is looking for an opportunity to grow with our company as we continue to expand our support in the modernization and development of various torpedo test equipment hardware designs as well as supporting production activities out of our Middletown, RI office.

The ideal candidate should have experience supporting various projects at all levels showcasing leadership qualities and attributes, as well as project management skills. The candidate should have the ability to discuss projects they have supported and/or led. Candidate should be able to self-manage/self-direct projects, and communicate regularly with customers, engineers, logisticians and technicians.

Job Duties:
  • Must be able to lead multiple high-profile projects which involve interfacing with the customer to define key test requirements, sourcing and interfacing with multiple suppliers / vendors, establishing all supporting project documentation including analysis of alternatives (AOAs), technical design packages (TDPs), presentations, test requirements and operational results.
  • The candidate will need a broad engineering skill set, well-developed work habits, enthusiasm for the work, the willingness to get hands-on with the projects when required, an eagerness to learn new things, and the ability to work through challenging projects without extensive oversight.
  • The individual will be responsible for leadership throughout the entire project from customer concept to post-test analysis/ facility approval. These projects will broadly include the design and fabrication of components and interfaces for electrical and mechanical systems for both test items and facility infrastructure.
  • Technical writing and engineering documentation proficiency is paramount to support the development of TDPs, project schedules, AOAs, and presentations.
  • The candidate will have to be detail oriented and possess excellent communication skills to ensure all aspects of the project remain on time and budget while meeting all requirements.
  • The candidate will routinely interface with different customers through digital means, in-person meetings at the local Naval research center in Newport, and occasionally at various customer sites.

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and five (5) or more years of experience or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and three (3) or more years of experience.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain SECRET level clearance.
  • Must have experience leading multiple projects to completion.
  • Must be able to support in-person interactions with customers at local Naval research center in Newport, RI and occasionally at external customer sites.
  • Experience with most of the following:
    • Execution of large-scale projects using formal Project Management and/or Systems Engineering practices.
    • Extensive knowledge and understanding of mechanical and electrical systems is necessary.
    • Experience with National Instrument's hardware and software systems or other data acquisition systems is preferrable.



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  • Dice Id: 10111346
  • Position Id: 2601455
  • Posted 14 days 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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