Overview Mid Level Mechanical Engineering Technician Be the Difference Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S. Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Mid Level Mechanical Engineering Technician to assist the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division's Naval Architecture and Engineering Department in achieving new or improved understanding in concepts and technology, fundamental and applied research of the marine environment, engineering and naval architecture, hydromechanics, maneuvering and control, fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, modeling and simulation, test and evaluation, and training. JOB DETAILS LOCATION: DC Metro Area JOB STATUS: FT TRAVEL: 0% REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Successful candidates will demonstrate * Associate degree in any Engineering Technology discipline or a trade school diploma/trade license and seven (7) years of related experience * Ten (10) or more years of related experience in lieu of an Associate's degree in Engineering Technology. * Minimum Secret Clearance DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS * Ability to work independently and as part of a team under project deadlines. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include one or more of the following in support of NSWC Code 80 mission: * Support Design and Development Initiatives: * Hull Forms and Propulsor support: Perform geometry, hydrostatic and hydrodynamic calculations, design, and analysis, to include accounting for properties of materials and joining methods, strength, structure, arrangements, weights and stability, trim, interfaces, and interoperability with mechanical equipment, electrical, and electro-mechanical equipment * Mechanical Equipment Support: Perform geometry, kinematic and thermodynamic calculations, design, and analysis of mechanical equipment considering the properties of the equipment's materials and fasteners, and taking into account how the equipment interfaces and operates with hull forms, propulsors, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment. * Support Systems Engineering initiatives: * Provide support and analysis in the areas of fluid systems design, main propulsion systems, auxiliary systems, HVAC systems, control and instrumentation, deck machinery, vibration analysis, and shafting and propulsion train analysis. * Support Test and Evaluation initiatives through assembly and integration of new mechanical and electrical systems into existing test facilities. Navy Division #DICE #MON #CJ What We Offer * Competitive salaries * Continuing education assistance * Professional development allotment * Multiple healthcare benefits packages * 401K with employer matching * Flex time off (FTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule Who We Are At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to Be the Difference. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves. We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success. Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world! Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.