Mechanical Engineer, Staff
American Systems
Norwich, CT · Posted September 18, 2026
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About the job
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, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.
Responsibilities
Work with and mentor other engineers and designer/drafters to design, develop, analyze, and support the fabrication of pressurized mechanical systems for hydraulics, pneumatics, and seawater, for underwater launchers
Develop Technical Data Packages (TDPs) with the use of free body diagrams, stress calculations, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in ANSYS to prove design meets certain requirements
Support designer/drafter’s by creating 3D CAD parts, assemblies, and 2D drawings in SolidWorks
Select design materials based on stress calculations as well as commercial and/or military specifications.
Conduct quality assurance reviews of drawings and technical data packages (TDPs).
Interface with customers and government sponsors.
Support possible testing of designs onboard submarines and in test facilities with some foreign travel possible.
Conduct research of submarine construction drawings using the Advanced Technical Information Support (ATIS) System.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, or structural engineering.
Ability to maintain a DoW 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 three (3) years professional experience doing stress analysis with hand calculations
At least three (3) years professional experience using FEA tools such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, Nastran, COMSOL, or SolidWorks Simulation
Professional experience 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 $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $110,000/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.
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