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Knowledge or experience in maritime domain systems and/or countermeasure technologies is highly desirable.\nKey Responsibilities:\nCollaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (engineers, designers, and analysts) to design, develop, and test mechanical systems and components for maritime countermeasure technologies.\nParticipate in all phases of the product lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system design, fabrication, testing, and product improvement.\nConduct structural, thermal, and fluid dynamic analyses to validate designs and ensure performance requirements are met.\nDesign for harsh, dynamic, and maritime operational environments, considering factors such as corrosion resistance, water pressure, and reliability.\nEngage in hands-on integration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of mechanical components and systems in both lab and field environments.\nPrepare detailed documentation, including drawings, technical reports, manufacturing instructions, and test 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