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Delos

Senior Combustion Engineer

San Luis Obispo, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

This role applies expertise in combustion science, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat ... The engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to conduct experimental investigations ...

Lydian

Senior Reactor Modeling Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Position Overview Lydian is looking for a Senior Reactor Modeling Engineer to conduct multi-physics ... Strong ability to apply engineering principles--including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat ...

Impulsespace

$150 - $200/hr

Senior Vehicle Certification Engineer Department: Vehicle Engineering Employment Type: Full Time ... Proficiency in basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics and materials

SpaceWorks Enterprises

Senior Propulsion Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

A DAY IN THE LIFE The Senior Propulsion Engineer will work within a small, multidisciplinary team ... Fundamental understanding of propulsion systems including fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat ...

SpaceWorks Enterprises

Senior Propulsion Engineer

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

$102K - $140K/yr

A DAY IN THE LIFE The Senior Propulsion Engineer will work within a small, multidisciplinary team ... Fundamental understanding of propulsion systems including fluid mechanics, thermodynamics,heat ...

Arbor Energy

Sr. Combustion Engineer

El Segundo, CA

$150K - $175K/yr

Role Overview The Sr. Combustion Engineer helps pioneer our rocket-inspired, high-pressure ... Comprehensive understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer * Hands-on ...

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A Senior Thermodynamics Engineer analyzes, designs, and improves systems and processes that involve heat and energy transfer. They apply principles of thermodynamics to develop efficient solutions in industries such as aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, and energy. Their responsibilities may include conducting simulations, overseeing testing, ensuring compliance with safety and efficiency standards, and mentoring junior engineers. Senior Thermodynamics Engineers often work on complex projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve challenging engineering problems.

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Ogden, UT • On-site

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.
Public Administration • 1 - 5K employees
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$140K - $164K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide mechanical, aerospace, and materials engineering support across the acquisition, development, and sustainment lifecycle.

  • Assist with engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and technical recommendations to support system and equipment performance.

  • Support planning and execution of complex engineering tasks involving statics, dynamics, tribology, wear, fatigue, corrosion, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics.

Job description

Position Summary
Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer supporting an Air Force acquisition mission within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Armament Directorate Munitions Division (AFLCMC/EBH) at Hill Air Force Base, UT. In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide mechanical engineering support across the acquisition lifecycle to ensure weapon systems, subsystems, and support equipment meet program objectives for cost, schedule, performance, and compliance.
This is a full-time onsite position at Hill AFB, Utah.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
  • Provide mechanical/aerospace/materials engineering support across the acquisition, development, and sustainment lifecycle.
  • Apply advanced engineering principles to ensure technical efforts align with program objectives, cost, schedule, and performance requirements.
  • Assist with engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and technical recommendations supporting system and equipment performance.
  • Support planning and execution of complex engineering tasks involving:
    • Statics, Dynamics, Tribology
    • Mechanical wear, Fatigue, Corrosion
    • Fluid dynamics, Thermodynamics
  • Assist in the generation and interpretation of technical data packages, including 2D drawings and 3D models.
  • Support testing, evaluation, life prediction, and standardization of materials and material properties used in engineering design.
  • Provide technical inputs to briefings, technical reviews, and program documentation in support of Government decision-making.
  • Collaborate within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to support mission execution and program success.

Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Must have and be able to maintain an active Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in related discipline from an ABET-accredited engineering program and 7 years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree in related discipline from an ABET-accredited engineering program and 5 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in related discipline from an ABET-accredited engineering program and 20 years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree in related discipline from an ABET-accredited engineering program and 15 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in related discipline from an ABET-accredited engineering program and 5 years of relevant experience

Additionally, the successful candidate will have the following:
Technical Skills
  • Mechanical engineering fundamentals (Statics, Dynamics, Wear, Fatigue, Corrosion, Tribology)
  • Fluid dynamics and thermodynamics analysis
  • Technical data package review (2D drawings, 3D models)
  • Materials engineering concepts including life prediction and standardization
  • Engineering support for acquisition, development, and sustainment programs

Interpersonal Skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in IPT environments
  • High attention to detail and ability to support multiple priorities

Additional Information
Location: Hill AFB, UT
Travel: Travel may be required at the customer's discretion
Onsite
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Company Overview
Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.
Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.
Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
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