HII

Mechanical Engineer

HII
Posted 10/19/2026full-timeAdelaide • AustraliaSeniorLead💰 $124,000 - $153,000 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical and electromechanical systems development, supplier qualification processes, and quality management systems. Proficient in conducting supplier audits and assessments while ensuring compliance with military standards and specifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Mechanical Product DevelopmentSupplier Quality AuditsQuality Management System (ISO 9001)Virginia Class Submarine ExperienceTechnical Assessments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Research, plan, design, and develop mechanical products and systems, including instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and mechanical, thermal hydraulic, or heat transfer systems
  • Apply research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and machines
  • Support the AUKUS In-Country Qualification Team in increasing the capability, capacity, and resilience of the Trilateral Supplier Industrial Base
  • Identify US supplier industrial base gaps and paths to meet projected demand
  • Evaluate the Australian supply chain and its potential to close gaps and meet demand
  • Support phased pilot manufacturing programs with Australian suppliers for Virginia Class Submarine sustainment and AUKUS construction
  • Provide technical support to increase efficiency and expedite qualification timelines in the US supply base
  • Assess potential suppliers’ ability to meet Technical and Quality Management System requirements
  • Develop an end-to-end process for qualifying new suppliers
  • Conduct supplier technical assessments, hold point inspections, test witnessing, and final product inspections through onsite supplier visits
  • Analyze and document supplier capabilities and challenges
  • Develop supplier qualification roadmaps
  • Assist suppliers with qualification efforts from purchase order placement through parts delivery
  • Conduct regular supplier visits to track POAM progress

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience; or Ph.D. and 4 years of experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Final clearance required to start
  • Experience with the development/manufacturing of the Virginia Class Submarine (VCS) preferred
  • Working experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably including Quality Management System (e.g. ISO 9001)
  • Familiarity with Supplier Quality roles and responsibilities within the Supply Chain material value stream
  • Certification as a (Supplier) Quality Auditor preferred
  • Ability to plan, lead, conduct, and document Supplier Quality Audits
  • Working knowledge of Military Standards & Specifications
  • Experience reviewing/approving suppliers’ competencies versus procurement requirements
  • Professional verbal and written communication with high-level officers of the Military, Government, Suppliers, and other organizations
  • Proficiency in providing written technical correspondence and assessments, including recommended actions
  • Willingness and ability to travel 25%-50% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Relocation assistance
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
  • On-site health centers
  • Tele-medicine
  • Wellness resources
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Savings plan options (401K)
  • Financial education and planning tools
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee discounts
  • Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
  • Educational and training programs for continual career growth

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Hard Skills
Mechanical Systems DesignElectromechanical Systems DevelopmentSupplier Qualification ProcessesTechnical DocumentationManufacturing Environment Experience
Soft Skills
Professional CommunicationLeadershipAnalytical Thinking
Certifications & Qualifications
Supplier Quality Auditor Certification
Industry Keywords
Military Standards & SpecificationsSupply Chain ManagementSupplier Quality RolesAUKUS In-Country QualificationVirginia Class Submarine Sustainment