Mechanical Engineer - Test and Evaluation
UIC Government ServicesVirginia, United States • Maryland, United States
Posted May 12, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
UIC Government Services, known as Bowhead, is a division of Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation and a leading Alaskan Native Corporation with over 25 years of experience. Offering a wide range of services including IT, logistics, program management, and advanced technology, Bowhead supports defense and civilian government agencies worldwide through its 3000 employees and 300 contracts. The company's unique contracting processes provide flexible options for customers, ensuring premier support across various sectors.
Job Description
The Mechanical Engineer - Test and Evaluation position is responsible for supporting manufacturing projects, providing technical expertise, and leading technical efforts in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience.
- Strong self-starter with the ability to lead technical efforts and work independently with minimal oversight.
- Experience with DOD acquisition process, environmental testing, and systems integration testing.
- Ability to define test objectives, develop test plans and procedures, analyze and interpret test data, and support failure investigations and root cause analysis.
- Strong technical writing skills, with experience authoring test plans, procedures, and detailed technical reports.
- Experience supporting test events at government ranges or contractor facilities.
- Hands-on experience with developmental and qualification testing, including shock, vibration, thermal, and other MIL-STD test environments.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks)
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to independently drive tasks and lead support staff or cross-functional teams to successful completion.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401k matching
- Retirement plan
