Mechanical Engineer II
americansystems· Engineering
About this role
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research of submarine construction drawings using the Advanced Technical Information Support (ATIS) System.
- Design and/or analyze pressurized mechanical systems for hydraulics, pneumatics, and seawater to meet requirements such as flow, pressure drop, thermal, and acoustic signature.
- Part of a team that develops submarine shipboard alterations.
- Learn while working with an experienced engineering staff.
- Conduct static analysis of mechanical structures.
- Conduct hydrodynamic analyses under a variety of at-sea operational conditions.
- Develop models to predict performance.
- Assist the Design Team with material selection based on in-process stress calculations as well as commercial and/or military specifications.
- Conduct quality assurance reviews of design and engineering products.
- Interface with customers and government sponsors.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil or structural engineering.
- Ability to maintain a DOD Secret Clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
- Physically capable to conduct ship checks on United States Nuclear Submarines:
- Be comfortable in relatively confined spaces.
- Capable of climbing vertical ladders (20’ – 25’) within the submarine.
- At least two (2) years business experience in:
Working with AutoCAD and AutoDesk Inventor or SolidWorks.
- Working with Piping systems
Working with Finite Element Analysis.
Working with Microsoft Office.
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $70,000.00/Yr. - USD $80,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.EEO Statement
EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran StatusFrequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Mechanical Engineer II role at americansystems?
The listed salary for this Mechanical Engineer II position at americansystems is USD 70K–80K/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Mechanical Engineer II position at americansystems located?
This Mechanical Engineer II role at americansystems is based in Norwich, CT, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Mechanical Engineer II role at americansystems full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Mechanical Engineer II role in the Engineering department at americansystems.
Which team or department does the Mechanical Engineer II at americansystems belong to?
This Mechanical Engineer II position is part of the Engineering department at americansystems. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Mechanical Engineer II position at americansystems?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to americansystems's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Mechanical Engineer II job at americansystems posted?
This Mechanical Engineer II position at americansystems was posted on Mar 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Mechanical Engineer II
americansystems · 💰 USD 70K–80K/yr
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