Mechanical Engineer
Job Description
TDI Technologies, Inc. (TDI) is seeking candidates for a Senior Mechanical Acoustic and Flow Machinery Silencing Engineer position supporting Research and Development Test Site for NSWCPD .
This position will work with other TDI personnel and Navy teams to support early acquisition program requirements definition, feasibility, and design.
The Fluid Labs Group of the machinery technology and R&D branch at NSWC Philadelphia requires support for auxiliary and propulsion systems support and interfaces to other Hull, Mechanical, & Electrical (HM&E) systems, specifically valves, Cascade Orifical Resistive Devices (CORDs).
This position will provide testing setup guidance and design support, as well as project engineering coordination for the test facilities.
Principal Duties / Responsibilities :
- Prepare cost estimates for operational and flow related test planning, test execution, data analysis and preparing technical reports in support of Subsea and Seabed Warfare (SSW) component evaluation and other HM&E subsystem components.
- Provide test site design guidance, support test planning and scheduling, develop test procedures, support / attend test readiness reviews, collect and analyze test data.
- Complete documentation packages and provide oversite for all Mission Readiness Panels documentation and reviews to ensure compliance and light off of test facilities.
- Collaborate with the C / 323 Fluid Labs Subject Matter Expert and engineering team to design repair, install, modify, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot, and HM&E systems, subsystems components such as valves, CORDs, and other Navy HM&E components.
- Utilize C323 Data Acquisition Systems to set up and record test data during test execution periods
- Evaluate acoustic data acquired during operational and flow testing at test sites for compliance with operational thresholds.
- Prepare and review technical reports post-test
Job Requirements
Education and Experience Requirements :
- Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 2 or more years of experience in designing and conducting tests, utilizing accelerometers and instrumentation for data acquisition
- 2 or more years of experience in mechanical flow systems and acoustics design and test preferred
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
- Successful applicants must either have an active government security clearance or the ability to receive approval upon position acceptance.
- Must have a valid US passport or the ability to obtain one upon position acceptance.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Essential Skills :
- Proficiency in developing and conducting tests of complex electrical and mechanical systems
- Capability to utilize accelerometers in test design, setup, and execution for system evaluation
- Familiarity with National Instruments LabView or similar data acquisition tools
- Results-oriented and motivated to provide solutions with measurable benefit to our customers
- Ability to communicate complex analysis with clarity and precision
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Shipboard or industrial experience with mechanical machinery systems, testing, troubleshooting, and repair is preferred
Desired Skills / Certifications :
- US Navy HM&E experience
- Data acquisition using hydrophones and microphones for acoustics applications preferred
Travel :
If the candidate is not located in Philadelphia region, this position will require occasional travel (estimated to be 40%) to TDI and NSWCPD offices and labs at the Navy Yard in South Philadelphia.
There may be requirements for other travel destinations, estimated to be 5%.
Location :
Greater Philadelphia Region, PA
Type :
Part-Time or Full-Time
Equal Opportunity Policy :
TDI Technologies, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including, but not limited to : race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, use of family and medical leave, or military status including protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.