Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer (Remote)

Company: ManTech Location: USA (Fully Remote, occasional travel to Chesapeake or Norfolk, VA) Employment Type: Full-time Security Clearance: Secret

Join ManTech and contribute to safeguarding the nation through advanced technology and innovative solutions. Since 1968, ManTech has been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering impactful projects in areas like Cybersecurity, IT, and Data Analytics. Propel your career forward and be part of an extraordinary team.

About the Role

ManTech is seeking a motivated and customer-oriented Mechanical Engineer to support Military Sealift Command (MSC) maintenance management and data development. This fully remote position requires occasional travel to Chesapeake or Norfolk, VA, for client meetings. You will leverage your technical expertise to ensure the reliability of mission-critical platforms by conducting technical studies, failure investigations, and providing engineering recommendations for propulsion, auxiliary, and HVAC shipboard systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of technical and engineering studies, including economic analyses and failure investigations for preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Collaborate with ship's force to identify maintenance repair requirements and support shipyard availabilities with expert analysis.
• Develop Mechanical System Calculations and Schematics, including System Load Estimates and Pipe Sizing/Fluid Flow Calculations.
• Execute HVAC Calculations, Pressure Drop Calculations, and Thermostat & Reheat Design/Selection.
• Interpret ship's drawings and equipment technical manuals to develop comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Provide engineering recommendations for propulsion, shafting, and auxiliary shipboard systems for the Military Sealift Command (MSC).
• Utilize specialized software for modeling and equipment selection to meet complex marine design requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience with specialized vessels in one or more of the following areas: Expeditionary Fast Transport Vessels (T-EPF), Hospital Ships (T-AH), Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ships (T-AKE), Underway Replenishment Oilers (T-AO), Cable Laying/Repair (T-ARC), Rescue/Salvage Ships (T-ARS), Submarine Tender (T-AS), Fleet Ocean Tugs (T-ATF), Command Ship (LCC), Expeditionary Mobile Base (T-ESB), Fast Combat Support Vessels (T-AOE) or similar vessels.
• Experience with complex marine propulsion and auxiliary systems, with demonstrated expertise in propulsion system design.
• Experience performing pipe sizing, fluid flow calculations, and HVAC pressure drop models in a naval environment.
• An active Secret clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Pipe-Flo and/or ANSYS (or similar software), MathCAD, Adobe Pro, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite.
• Experience creating, maintaining, and communicating complex technical documentation and mechanical engineering studies.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or advanced certification in maritime mechanical systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across teams, organize meetings, and drive change.

What We Offer

ManTech offers a competitive compensation range of $70,200.00 - $117,000.00, with final salary determined by factors such as experience, skills, location, and certifications. In addition to compensation, ManTech provides a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Retirement and Savings Plans
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Wellness Programs
• Other optional benefit elections

ManTech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other protected status.