Sr Mechanical & Thermal Systems Engineer

Sterling Heights, MI

$78.56-$84.28/Hour

Ability to Obtain Secret Clearance

We are hiring a Senior Mechanical & Thermal Systems Engineer in Sterling Heights, MI, to lead the design, integration, and optimization of advanced military vehicle thermal management, HVAC, powerpack, and electronics cooling systems supporting next-generation armored combat vehicle platforms. This role requires expertise in thermal systems engineering, fluid flow modeling, heat exchanger design, HVAC integration, vehicle packaging, supplier technical leadership, and prototype validation within complex defense vehicle development programs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical and thermal design engineering of powerpack (engine/transmission), electronics cooling, and crew cabin HVAC systems
• Derive vehicle-level performance requirements and develop/release engineering specifications
• Perform 1-D fluid flow modeling and analysis to size and optimize distribution systems
• Conduct heat exchanger sizing and optimization
• Develop alternative design concepts and perform trade study analyses
• Design, select, and integrate HVAC components and subsystems
• Develop CAD studies and collaborate with design teams to create objective models/drawings
• Track and manage weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations
• Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and release drawings per the Engineering Release Plan (ERP)
• Prepare and support supplier documentation, including SOW, CIDS, ICD, SSP, and RFP packages
• Perform supplier source selection evaluations and technical proposal reviews
• Provide technical oversight to suppliers during design, development, validation, and testing
• Support prototype builds; develop test plans, execute validation testing, and generate reports
• Conduct engineering evaluations in laboratory environments
• Investigate and resolve production, supplier, and field issues; implement corrective actions
• Support formal Design Reviews and present technical findings
• Develop project plans, ROMs (Rough Order of Magnitude estimates), BOEs (Basis of Estimates), and cost estimates
• Travel up to 20 to supplier sites, facilities, and military installations

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
• 15+ years of mechanical/thermal systems engineering experience
• Strong understanding of mechanical and thermal engineering principles
• Experience with 1-D fluid system modeling
• Experience with heat exchanger design/sizing
• Experience supporting prototype and/or production builds
• Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup
• Ability to meet Anthropometric Size Requirements (ASR) for confined military vehicle environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting ground combat vehicle programs
• Experience working in DoD or defense vehicle environments
• Familiarity with military vehicle packaging constraints
• Experience supporting supplier technical management and source selection

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

What to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallspans of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

Resources

• To apply, send a resume to: resumesmoseleytechnical.com
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• For more information about Moseley, visit: About Us

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”