Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engr
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Zip Code: 46219
Duration: 9months
Pay Rate: $74.36/hr.
Keyword's: #Indianapolisjobs; #MechanicalEngrjobs.
Start Date: Immediate

Job Description:
To lead the charge, we seek an exceptional Principal Mechanical Design Engineer-someone ready to innovate, execute, and lead from the front.
Role Overview:
As a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, you will:
* Drive technical solutions of next-gen and novel defense platforms
* Design, integrate, and iterate mechanical solutions for armament systems, support equipment, safety-critical hardware, avionics, and for flight hardware
* Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to deliver results from concept through field deployment
* Develop Solutions from concept to deployment
* Generate technical data packages
* Work hands on with equipment
* Generating execution strategies and executing those strategies

Adaptability is paramount.
You must operate at the speed of relevance-engineering real-time solutions that meet mission demands as they evolve.
Client"s Engineers have the opportunity to design and integrate a wide range of technologies.
We design custom solutions to fit our customers" needs and deliver what the mission requires.
This gives a very broad exposure to defense technologies and adaptability and continuous learning are invaluable in this position.
Mission-first mindset - Be ready and willing to go where the mission goes - domestically and internationally supporting integration, testing, and deployment in dynamic environments.
Hands-on mentality. This is not a desk-only role. Expect to roll up your sleeves and engage directly with the product-on the floor, in the field, and at the front lines of development.

Who We"re Looking For
* 10-25 years of mechanical design experience with growing technical and leadership responsibility
* Proven background in the defense industry, including weapons systems integration, support equipment, or weapons development
* Experience with bomb racks, missile launchers, and other safety-critical mechanical assemblies is a strong plus
* Familiarity with MIL-STD-2088 and other relevant defense design standards
* Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in high-consequence, fast-paced environments
* Ambition to grow as a technical and organizational leader in a company redefining the defense landscape

Education Requirements:
* Bachelor"s, Master"s, or PHD Degree in Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) degree program

Required Skills:
* Must be a US Citizen with ability to obtain a DoD Secret level clearance
* Ability to work onsite at our Indianapolis, Indiana facility with an Integrated Product Team being hands on with hardware.
* A minimum of 10 years professional work experience required.
* Experience in the design, integration, or testing of mechanical components and assemblies
* Competent using 3-D CAD Modeling Tools (CREO preferred)
* Working knowledge of data management systems (Windchill preferred)
* Proficient in application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, (ASME Y14.5 standards)
* Strong planning and organizational skills with ability to be adaptable to changing priorities and assignments
* Performing trade studies
* Must be familiar with the integration of weapons.

Desired Skills:
* Mechanism Design: Expertise in the design and analysis of mechanisms (linkages, cams, gears, springs, etc.)
* Kinematic Analysis: Proficiency in kinematic analysis techniques, including motion simulation and analysis software (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink, ADAMS, ANSYS Motion)
* Airborne Hardware: Demonstrated experience with the design, analysis, and testing of airborne hardware, considering factors such as weight, size, environmental conditions, aerodynamic and inertial forces.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.