Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ is seeking a Senior Engineer (ME, EE, Systems) with extensive knowledge and strong communication skills to join our team of well qualified, diverse individuals working on-site at RTI/GCSD Ft. Belvoir, VA.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of Opto-Mechanical Sensor Systems for commercial and government applications.

  • The work involves mechanical design, modeling, tolerancing, drawing generation, assembly procedures, part selection, environmental analysis, and testing for systems and sub-assemblies. 

• Work closely with Program Management and Functional Management to ensure project technical performance requirements are met as well as schedule and budget.
• Developing a rugged product design from customer requirements to a fully tested/compliant system.

Required Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience: 5 years
  • Less than 5 years of experience will be considered with demonstrated Lead (ME, EE, SE) engineering experience on a complex system
• Machine Design
• Motion Control - Ability to write code for motion control.
• Ability to program Command & Control (C2) on systems and Gimbals
• Experience in system aspects of Command & Control
• Structural FEA
• Airflow/Thermal Analysis (Computational Fluid Dynamics preferred)
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with SolidWorks, Pro-Engineer, or similar CAD software required
• Experience working with integrated Product Data Management systems (Windchill, EPDM, …)
• Ability to translate requirements and develop a top down system level design including all sub-assemblies and components.
• Active DOD Secret or higher clearance.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.