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Applied Technology Solutions, Inc. (ATS) is seeking a Project Mechanical Engineer to support fast-paced research and development programs from design through integration and flight testing. This role is ideal for an adaptable engineer who can contribute across multiple phases of technical execution, support program milestones, and work effectively in a collaborative environment focused on innovative engineering solutions.

The Project Mechanical Engineer will support both technical and program teams by performing design, analysis, integration, test, and vendor coordination activities based on program needs. This position requires a flexible contributor who can shift between hands‑on engineering tasks and broader program support responsibilities while helping deliver technical artifacts, milestone content, and customer‑facing work products.

• Support technical and program teams in completing program milestones and execution objectives across the project lifecycle.
• Operate as a flexible engineering team member who can contribute as an individual contributor and shift between activities such as design, analysis, integration, and test support based on program needs.
• Support technical program execution through multiple phases, including design, integration, and flight testing.
• Perform mechanical design activities using CAD and related engineering tools to support concept development, detailed design, and design updates.
• Perform engineering analyses, including hand calculations and other performance-related calculations, in support of design and integration activities.
• Support hardware integration and testing efforts, including preparation, execution, data collection, and follow‑up actions as needed.
• Support vendor and subcontractor management activities, including coordination, technical follow‑up, and site visits when required.
• Assist in the creation, organization, and presentation of technical artifacts for program milestones to the Prime and Government stakeholders as required.
• Collaborate across technical teams to facilitate technical deliverables and support overall program execution.
• Communicate technical status, issues, and needs clearly in both written and verbal formats within a technical program environment.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of relevant experience outside of education.
• Experience supporting research and development activities.
• Experience supporting fast‑paced programs that include design, integration, and testing phases.
• Demonstrated experience executing design activities, such as CAD, or performing analysis in support of design, such as hand calculations.
• Flexibility to operate in multiple roles based on team and program needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated experience in a technical environment.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative, research and development environment.

• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated experience supporting a fast‑paced technology demonstration program that progressed from design through integration and testing.
• Experience supporting component or subsystem manufacturing through external vendors or subcontractors.
• Experience conducting performance analysis calculations to support design or integration activities using commercial or internally developed tools.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating across multiple technical teams to achieve technical deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a variety of technical program roles as necessary to achieve program goals.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with customer stakeholders, including Government and/or prime contractor representatives.

Applied Technology Solutions, Inc. (ATS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

ATS is a drug‑free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited. All candidates who receive conditional offers of employment are subject to drug testing.

ATS is an E‑Verify employer.

Applicants for employment at ATS must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.