Mechanical Systems Engineer Lead

Job Title: Mechanical Systems Engineer Lead-INTERNAL ONLY

Locations: Arnold AFB, TN

Function/Branch: Engineering / Propulsion

Directorate: Test Operations

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Pay Type: Exempt

Sponsorship: Position Not Sponsored.

Grade: L07 (OA0717) - L08 (OA0815)

Salary Range: Grade 07: $80,000 - $105,000; Grade 08: $94,000 - $128,000 / year

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Systems Engineer Lead supporting TOS II, at Arnold Engineering Development Complex in Arnold AFB, TN 37389. The Mechanical Systems Engineer Lead will be operating and maintaining the critical infrastructure that makes groundbreaking ground testing possible. You will command a diverse array of powerful systems-from massive electric motors and compressors to sophisticated control and data acquisition technologies. While we don't design vehicles, we create the extreme conditions they must endure. Your work is essential to providing our customers with the vital data they need to validate design and ensure flightworthiness for the next generation of aerospace systems.

Open to internal candidates.

Job Summary

The successful candidate for a Mechanical Systems Engineer Lead role will be able to work independently, solve complex technical problems with minimal supervision, effectively lead others as a work performer and a coach, and place emphasis on rapid continual professional development of engineers to handle a breadth of tasks for plant operations. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others and manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively plan, organize, and direct the work of teams consisting of multiple stakeholders to conduct comprehensive verification efforts and successfully execute problem resolution when required.

It is expected that a Mechanical Systems Engineer Lead will maintain the skills required to perform the general job duties of a Mechanical Systems Engineer in maintaining and sustaining plant equipment.

Job Duties:

Systems Engineering & Execution
• Act at the Lead Systems Engineer for mechanical plant equipment, directing planning and execution activities (estimates, hazard analysis, support SOC development, plant for future issues/foresee problems and resolve) for plant equipment. Ensure SSHA's, work instructions, and configuration management remain current while supporting individual technical tasks.
• Team Coordination & Mentoring
  • Oversee daily assignments for engineering personnel and allocate staff for systems coverage ensuring systems are ready for reliable operation to support testing. Serve as technical mentor, support crew training, and provide constructive input for team performance reviews.
• Operations & Project Tracking
  • Monitor task performance across technical, schedule, and cost metrics. Assist with labor forecasting, provide status briefings to management, and perform basic administrative duties as requested.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Interface with AF customer, cross-disciplinary teams (Electrical Systems Lead, ID&C Lead, Staff Engineers, Senior Staff Engineers, Engineering Advisory Board, etc), and management to translate customer requirements into successful solutions. Participate in assigned technical committees or studies.
• Safety & Quality Assurance
  • Champion the company's safety covenant by auditing progress, enforcing safety standards and best practices, and consistently utilizing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Performs other related duties as required

Basic Qualifications

• Grade 07: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university plus a minimum of 3 years' progressive and relevant experience in an engineering team environment
• Grade 08: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university plus a minimum of 5 years' progressive and relevant experience in an engineering team environment
• Experience as a Mechanical Systems Engineer or Test Operations Engineer with systems responsibilities at AEDC
• Current U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years experience responsible for systems maintenance, sustainment and operations
• Currently serving as an effective mentor to one or more individuals
• Exhibits strong level of technical curiosity and desire to seek understanding
• Strong interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communications skills, and confidence leading small teams.
• Professional Engineer's License or a Master of Science degree or post-graduate coursework in Mechanical engineering from an accredited engineering program
• Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.

We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC's rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC's Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC's capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.

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