Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States' undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.
Job SummaryProvides knowledge and understanding of mechanical engineering concepts and procedures. Applies mechanical engineering principles and concepts and is able to draw solutions from both formal training and experience. Works with Engineering and other functional areas to obtain optimum resource utilization.
Responsibilities and Tasks - Responsible for mechanical design, test and analysis of work product, systems or processes.
- Support designs with analysis and calculations including tolerancing, stress, mechanics and dynamics.
- Recommend enhancements, and cost reductions, initiate ECN's and formulate cost impacts.
- Create design of die-cast, injection molded, and stamped parts.
- Design mechanisms, assemblies, hermetically sealed containers, and electronics packaging
- Create ASME Yl4 compliant 2D and 3D mechanical CAD drawings of components, subassemblies and systems.
- Provide root cause analysis for mechanical engineering design issues.
- Keep accurate and complete records of engineering activities.
- Provides training and/or direction to technicians when needed.
- Provides input to bid and proposal activities.
- Provides communications and/or presentations to customers, suppliers or vendors.
Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications - 4-year degree from an accredited university in Mechanical Engineering or related field OR a combination of education and relevant experience.
- A minimum of 1 year of working experience.
- Experience in generating design documentation.
Skills and Abilities - Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance.
- Must be familiar with 3D modeling software.
- Excellent communication verbal and written communication skills.
- Must show initiative, motivation and have the ability to act independently to resolve technical issues.
- Must be proficient with MS Office Suite including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.
- Must have the desire and ability to travel for participation in field testing.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
Travel and Physical Requirements - May require participation in product field tests requiring travel.
- The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20lbs.
Benefits Highlights Healthcare - Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
- Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
- Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
- Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
- On-site wellness clinic.
Paid Benefits - Competitive compensation.
- 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.
- Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
- Paid parental leave.
- Adoption assistance.
- Fertility and family building assistance.
Additional Benefits - Flexible work schedules available based on position:
- 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
- 5/8s
- 4/10s
- 3/12s
- Lifestyle spending account.
- Perks at work.
- Generous employee referral program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options
These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Accessibility Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email us at
Disclaimer: This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
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