Mechanical Engineer IV

The Mechanical Engineer will provide engineering and technical support to the AN/SLQ-32(V)6 engineering group supporting maritime expeditionary warfare systems. The individual will contribute to lifecycle engineering activities, including design support, test execution, maintenance documentation, and troubleshooting across fielded systems and test environments. This role requires hands-on engineering support, technical documentation expertise, and the ability to operate within a Navy systems engineering environment, including travel for test events.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Engineering Investigations (EIs) by analyzing system deficiencies, root causes, and corrective actions.
• Provide technical troubleshooting support for AN/SLQ-32(V)6 systems, including remote (distance) engineering assistance.
• Develop system-level knowledge to support fleet issue resolution.
• Assist in the development, review, and coordination of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
• Interface with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and In-Service Engineering Agencies (ISEAs).
• Support technical evaluations, impact assessments, and documentation updates related to ECPs.
• Conduct periodic reviews and updates of existing Maintenance Requirement Cards (MRCs).
• Develop new MRCs based on engineering changes, system updates, and fleet feedback.
• Ensure alignment with Navy maintenance standards and system configuration.
• Support planning and execution of Environmental Qualification Testing (EQT).
• Review test data and reports for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in preparation and review of technical documentation, reports, and engineering artifacts.
• Maintain accurate records of engineering activities, test results, and configuration updates.

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related engineering discipline).
• 10 years of professional experience.
• Experience supporting DoD or Navy systems (preferably C5ISR, electronic warfare, or combat systems).
• Experience with AN/SLQ-32 or similar Electronic Warfare (EW) systems.
• Familiarity with Navy maintenance processes (MRCs, PMS, etc.).
• Experience supporting environmental or qualification testing (MIL-STD-810 or similar).
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly/disassembly of test systems or hardware integrations.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles in a naval/defense environment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

About TRISTAR

TRISTAR is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned professional services company supporting the U.S. Department of War programs. Our core competencies include Electronic Warfare, Enterprise Management, Full Spectrum Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Software Engineering and Development, Maritime Modernization and Engineering, and Technical Solutions.

TRISTAR was founded in March 1995 and has built an employee-focused collaborative environment which enables our team of professionals to create and deliver customized solutions to meet our customers' mission critical challenges. TRISTAR's core capabilities support customers with end-to-end solutions.

For over 30 years, TRISTAR has demonstrated and perfected our ability to successfully manage any task, small or large no matter how difficult or complex.

TRISTAR is proud to serve the Department of War and other Federal Agencies.

TRISTAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.