Fluid Systems Engineer

Check out this new opportunity! Staff Mechanical Engineer Sterling Heights, MI Contract Position $55.70-$63.45/Hour Ability to Obtain and Maintain Secret Clearance Join a team dedicated to designing and producing armored combat and support vehicles. As a prime mover in ground force capabilities, this firm provides innovative solutions that ensure the safety and effectiveness of military personnel worldwide, focusing on durability, mobility, and performance. Responsibilities: * Design and integrate fluid-based subsystems (e.g., hydraulic actuation, pneumatics, fuel systems, fire suppression, cooling distribution, winch/fairlead systems). * Translate vehicle-level performance requirements into subsystem/component designs aligned with safety, environmental, ballistic, and blast constraints. * Decompose requirements, conduct design analysis, and release components, mechanisms, and shock attenuation systems. * Perform material selection, weld design, mounting provisions, and mechanical analysis using industry tools. * Support drawing reviews, tolerance stack-ups, and source data for engineering changes. * Write material and shop work requests, track hardware deliveries, and support integration reviews and prototype builds. * Lead and mentor engineers, standardize design approaches, conduct peer reviews, and represent the team to customers and leadership. * Perform failure analysis, troubleshoot, and redesign components as needed. * Interface with cross-functional teams, customers, and internal stakeholders to meet program goals. * Present technical updates and risk assessments clearly to program management. Qualifications: * Must be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required) * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering * 10+ years of experience in mechanical/fluid systems, preferably in defense or automotive sectors * Demonstrated leadership in technical team oversight or project engineering * Expertise in fluid system architecture, schematic design, troubleshooting, and performance analysis * Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling tools, preferably NX and/or Creo * Familiarity with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup or similar PLM systems * Experience with ground combat vehicles or similar high-reliability, mission-critical platforms * Understanding of fabrication, welding, and shock/vibration system integration * Ability to manage subsystem/component-level requirements and deliver designs that meet customer contracts * Ability to climb on/off and work within military vehicle platforms; must pass Anthropometric Size Requirement (ASR) * Occasional evening/weekend overtime as needed * Up to 10% travel to support testing, builds, or customer locations * This is a 100% on-site position due to the hands-on nature of the work Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer. Your Recruiter 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 hallmarks of organizations with low turnover. * Final position level and pay will be based on experience. Resources * To apply, send a resume to: [email protected] * For more active job openings: Search Jobs * 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-ye