Mechanical Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Huntsville • Alabama • United States
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About the role
- Support GMD Weapon Systems (GWS) and Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs by reviewing, analyzing, and implementing mechanical engineering requirements.
- Ensure that supplier-provided mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware meets strict quality, cost, and manufacturability standards.
- Act as the technical liaison between internal teams and external suppliers.
- Review vendor specifications to assess program requirements.
- Apply mechanical engineering expertise to address technical challenges for mechanical and electro-mechanical components and systems.
- Conduct non-conformance investigations, perform root cause analysis, and work with suppliers to implement corrective actions.
- Perform technical evaluations of supplier quotes and assess supplier product capabilities and producibility.
- Support sourcing decisions by conducting technical market research, cost benchmarking, and supplier capability assessments.
- Assist in supplier qualification processes, technical reviews, and production readiness evaluations.
- Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance to align with program needs and requirements.
- Travel as necessary (10-25%) to supplier locations and Northrop Grumman facilities.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline with 2 years of relevant engineering experience; or a masters degree with 0 years of experience.
- A current, active DoD Secret clearance is required.
- Experience reviewing engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications, with the ability to translate requirements into supplier deliverables.
- Knowledge of mechanical and/or electro-mechanical systems and associated manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with resolving technical challenges during design, development, or production phases.
Benefits
- BC/BS Health
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) match
- Profit Sharing
- Flexible Time Off
- STD/LTD/Life Insurance
- Referral Bonuses
- Professional development reimbursement
- Vacation
- Sick leave
- Maternity/paternity leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
mechanical engineeringelectro-mechanical systemsroot cause analysistechnical evaluationsengineering drawingsschematicsmanufacturing processessupplier qualificationcost benchmarkingcontinuous improvement
Soft Skills
communicationtechnical liaisonanalytical skillsproblem-solvingcollaborationattention to detailorganizational skillsadaptabilitycritical thinkingnegotiation
Certifications
DoD Secret clearance