Mechanical Engineer, Mid
Booz Allen Hamilton
Wharton, NJ · $62k–$141k a year · Posted October 31, 2026
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About the job
Mechanical Engineer, Mid The Opportunity:
Provide mechanical engineering support for the development, operation, maintenance, and testing of complex technology systems for DoD munition systems. Design, fabricate, modify and evaluate complicated and difficult mechanical and electro-mechanical components, sub-systems and systems. Prepare design specifications, analyses and recommendations for presentation and approval. Plan, organize and conduct technical projects or phases of projects involving design and development of new or improved product or processes. Investigates solutions to product and/or process problems. Consolidate results of mechanical design elements for assigned projects. Provide critical test support and develops reports on findings and recommendations.
You Have:
3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering
Experience with engineering software tools, including Pro Engineer or CREO CAD, or tools sets, such as SolidWorks, C++, MATLAB and ANSYS
Experience in performing engineering analysis on systems and components
Ability to develop and execute test plans and analyze results
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree
Nice If You Have:
Ability to fabricate and assemble system and subsystem components, using various machines or tools
Ability to work in a complex team environment
Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
Secret clearance
Clearance :
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided .
Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.