Job ID: 112752
The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Team Lead to oversee a multidisciplinary team of engineers, designers, and drafters in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will be responsible for driving project success through effective leadership, innovative mechanical design solutions, and adherence to industry standards. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated engineer with strong leadership skills, demonstrated technical expertise, and proven management experience in complex engineering projects.
What You Will Do
Team Leadership & Supervision:• Lead and supervise a diverse team of engineers, designers, and drafters.• Mentor team members through goal setting, performance evaluations, and professional development.• Operate independently to manage team assignments and deliverables.
Mechanical Engineering Output:• Accountable for the quality and efficiency of mechanical engineering outputs.• Oversee the mechanical design process to ensure designs meet cost, manufacturability, and customer requirements.
Project Participation:• Actively participate in proposal development, including ROM and BoE creation, and resource planning.• Contribute to engineering meetings (internal, customer, or business-related) to ensure alignment with project objectives.
Design & Technical Leadership:• Drive projects to achieve design excellence through cost-effective and innovative solutions.• Utilize 3D CAD design software (preferably CREO) for robust design and development.• Produce detailed drawings and graphic sheets adhering to ASME Standards, GD&T, and other relevant guidelines.• Apply FEA, design analysis, and manufacturing method expertise to optimize design outcomes.• Leverage electronics packaging and military vehicle integration experience to enhance project deliverables (preferred).
Budget & Schedule Management:• Integrate budget, cost, and scheduling considerations into overall design assignments.• Ensure projects remain on track financially and temporally through effective resource management.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, with a substantial portion in team leadership.
- Experience in electronics packaging and military vehicle integration is preferred.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both internal teams and customers.
Additional Skills• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.• Proven ability to work well with cross-functional teams.• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.• Commitment to maintaining high engineering standards and driving continuous improvement.
If you are an innovative leader with a passion for engineering excellence and a commitment to mentoring team members, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. Join our dynamic team and drive forward our mission of delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal 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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LEL
