Mechanical Engineer – Lead Designer

Mechanical Engineer – Lead Designer

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

B&A is looking for a Mechanical Engineer – Lead Designer who is highly motived, experienced mechanic engineer that will be tasked with working with a collaborative design team based on product requirements.  Responsible for design and integration of electronic suites of equipment for industrial and DoD use into final deliverable products.  This design position utilizes CAD/CAM/PLM based software packages to create detailed product drawings and 3D models of new products, product assemblies, and engineering change orders. The position requires collaboration internal to the department between engineering, production, and support staff as well as direct interaction with our customers. 

Responsibilities

• Create detailed product models/drawings for new discreet parts and products, product redesign, product revisions and associated integration product assemblies’ drawings. 
• Performs various drafting, illustrative, technical, manual, and supporting administrative duties as required in support of new part numbers, Bills of Material (BOM), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and drawings. 
• Performs maintenance of system generated files for engineering and customer changes. 
• Prepare engineering level Bill of Materials (BOMs) for product implementation into production. 
• Maintains and reconciles revisions between drawing files, model files, and productions systems. 
• Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing to develop, create, and implement 3D software models, assemblies, illustrations following defined submittals and engineering drawings processes in support of prototypes, final design, manufacturing, and quality specifications. 
• Interfaces with engineers, customers, and other organizations to verify that data pertaining to product specification is documented accurately. 
• Works with fabricators on model files, drawing clarifications, and build operations on submitted 3rd party builds. 
• Lead and collaborate environmental qualification testing, when required, by working with certified test facilities. 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. 
• A minimum of 4 years direct experience in mechanical design. 
• Shall have prior experience in using a computer-aided design (CAD) system (Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or similar) producing models and draft files. 
• Shall provide attention to detail on all aspects of assigned tasks. 
• Shall be self-motivated and task completion oriented. 
• Shall have the ability to effectively work in a collaborative, team based environment as well as independently. 
• Shall possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize efforts in a fast paced environment. 
• Shall have the ability to learn new processes, design applications and features. 
• Shall have basic computer skills including typical Microsoft office software applications. 
• Shall have a record of punctuality and regular on-site attendance (this is an on-site position). 
• Shall display good communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Shall have the ability to provide direct checking efficiently and effectively on drawings and model files. 
• Shall have the ability to obtain a security clearance if required. 
• Shall have the expertise to produce quality engineering drawings and understand typical engineering standards and workflows. 
• Shall be proficient in the design of parts for third party fabrication. 
• Shall have direct experience in the creation, modification, and maintenance of drawing packages. 
• Shall have the knowledge, skill, and ability to understand and interpret product drawings across multiple functional groups (i.e., interface of electrical hardware, assembly drawings, interface control drawings). 
• Shall have the ability to lift 25lbs. 
• Shall have the ability to operate basic hand tools and work standing or sitting for an extended period. 

Desired Skills

• Experience utilizing Solid Edge. 
• Experience with MIL-STD environmental qualification testing. 
• Experience with military hardware designs/standards. 
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computation Fluid Dynamics (CFD). 
• Experience with technical input and proposal efforts. 

Security Clearance

•  Shall have the ability to obtain a security clearance if required.  

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Frequently operate standard office equipment, including computers and telephones.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, and email.
• Occasionally move about the office and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to work the assigned schedule with regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required.

More About B&A:

B&A delivers secure, innovative, and mission-critical IT solutions to support the United States Government across all three branches—Executive, Legislative, and Judicial—focused on National Security, Defense, and Intelligence. Our team of cleared professionals specializes in Agile DevSecOps, Cloud Migration and Modernization, Data Science and Analytics, Human Capital Management, Operations and Enablement, Application Transformation, All-Source Intelligence, Geospatial Production, Engineering and Integrated Services, and Cybersecurity.

Notable Clients B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.