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We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.\nV2X is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Section Manager to join our Hardware Engineering organization in Indianapolis, IN. This role supports the development of advanced defense systems, including podded communication links, sensor systems, airborne armament equipment, ground systems, mission kits, cockpit displays, avionics, and radar systems. The Indianapolis facility also supports additional product lines for diverse Department of War (DoW) customers, offering opportunities to work across multiple programs and advance your career.\nThe Senior Mechanical Engineering Section Manager leads a section of approximately 15 mechanical engineers and serves as both a functional manager and a senior technical leader. This role is responsible for driving technical excellence, overseeing mechanical design and development activities, fostering career growth and talent development, and aligning the mechanical engineering function with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in mechanical design and qualification of airborne/DoW hardware with strong leadership capability and a strategic mindset.\nResponsibilities\nSection Leadership & Talent Management\nLead and manage the mechanical engineering section, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, collaboration, and inclusion.\nCoordinate, plan, and assign mechanical engineering resources to support current and forecasted program demands.\nMonitor section productivity, performance, and behaviors; provide regular feedback to leadership on employee and project performance.\nConduct formal and informal performance reviews, set and approve goals and objectives, and recognize individual and team contributions.\nDevelop and maintain career progression plans for section members using company career development tools and guides.\nMentor and coach engineers at all levels, identifying high-potential talent and succession candidates.\nLead hiring activities in partnership with Talent Acquisition, including requisition creation, candidate interviewing, selection, and onboarding.\nAddress employee concerns, support work/life balance, and ensure alignment with company policies regarding PTO, extended work weeks, and leaves of absence.\nTechnical Oversight & Execution\nProvide subject matter expertise in mechanical design, analysis, environmental and dynamic testing of DoW hardware.\nOversee the technical execution of mechanical engineering work products across the section, ensuring adherence to requirements, budgets, schedules, and quality standards.\nReview, critique, and approve designs, drawings, analyses, and test plans to ensure compliance with ASME standards, MIL-STD-810, DO-160, and applicable company documentation standards.\nEnsure mechanical designs meet performance, reliability, safety, and manufacturability requirements throughout the product lifecycle.\nSupport and guide qualification efforts, failure investigations, root-cause analyses, and corrective actions.\nPromote sound engineering judgment, critical thinking, and innovation to solve complex technical challenges.\nFunctional Management & Operations\nImplement and maintain functional management systems and processes for the mechanical engineering section, aligned with Hardware Engineering department standards.\nDefine, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including competency proficiency metrics, productivity, and quality measures.\nEnsure employees complete all required technical, safety, and compliance training; monitor training status and address gaps.\nReview and approve employee timecards, travel requests, expenses, and purchasing card transactions in accordance with company policy and schedule.\nSupport front-end business activities by providing labor estimates, inputs to proposals, RFIs, whitepapers, and early concept/requirements development.\nCollaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective integration and execution of mechanical engineering activities.\nProgram & Strategy Support\nWork with program and project leadership to define mechanical scope, develop execution plans, and manage technical risks.\nAlign mechanical engineering resources with program priorities, balancing competing demands and managing workload and capacity.\nParticipate in early phase design, concept development, and proposal activities, including cost, schedule, and risk assessments.\nLead or contribute to mechanical engineering roadmaps and capability development initiatives in alignment with Hardware Engineering strategic goals.\nDrive continuous improvement activities focused on processes, tools, and technologies (e.g., CAD/PLM standards, workflows, documentation practices).\nProvide inputs and participate in department-level reviews and management forums (e.g., staff meetings, operations reviews, all-hands).\nCompliance, Security & Safety\nEnsure section compliance with ITAR/EAR export control regulations and other applicable aerospace/defense standards.\nMaintain accountability for meeting all safety, environmental, health, and training requirements; support EHS engagements, lab audits, and safety walk-throughs.\nEnsure engineering processes and products comply with contractual, regulatory, and company requirements.\nSupport and maintain documentation and records required for audits, reviews, and customer assessments.\nUphold and model ethical conduct, security awareness, and adherence to company policies and procedures.\nQualifications\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM discipline.\nMinimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience in mechanical engineering within aerospace, defense, or closely related industries.\nDemonstrated technical expertise in mechanical design, mechanical analysis, environmental testing, and/or dynamic testing of airborne or DoW hardware.\nExperience leading engineering teams or projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and technical execution responsibilities.\nProven ability to review and approve mechanical designs and drawings in accordance with ASME and military standards.\nExperience working on product development teams and collaborating across disciplines (e.g., systems, electrical, test, manufacturing).\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, including experience mentoring and developing engineers.\nDemonstrated interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and experience resolving conflicts and fostering collaboration.\nDesired Qualifications\nMaster’s degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.\nPrior management experience leading mechanical engineering teams or sections in an aerospace or DoD environment.\nExperience as a senior technical leader (e.g., principal or lead engineer) with responsibility for complex mechanical systems.\nProficiency with 3D CAD tools (e.g., Creo) and PLM systems (e.g., Windchill) including configuration management of parts and assemblies.\nStrong knowledge of engineering documentation standards, GD&T, and military drawing standards.\nExperience planning, instrumenting, executing, and analyzing mechanical and environmental test campaigns (e.g., vibration, shock, thermal).\nExperience conducting failure investigations and root-cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.\nBroad manufacturing knowledge (machining, sheet metal, welding, additive manufacturing) and design for manufacturability/assembly (DFM/DFA).\nExisting and active DoD Secret or higher security clearance.\nSecurity Clearance\nAbility to obtain and maintain a DoW Secret security clearance is required for this position due to contractual obligations and compliance with ITAR/EAR export control regulations.\nWhat We Bring\nAt V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.\nEmployee benefits include the following:\nHealthcare coverage\nLife insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits\nRetirement plan\nWellness programs\nPaid time off, including holidays and leave of absences\nEligible Tuition Reimbursement\nLearning and Development resources\nEmployee assistance resources\nPay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.\nAt V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.\n#LI-VH1\nSection Leadership & Talent Management\nLead and manage the mechanical engineering section, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, collaboration, and inclusion.\nCoordinate, plan, and assign mechanical engineering resources to support current and forecasted program demands.\nMonitor section productivity, performance, and behaviors; provide regular feedback to leadership on employee and project performance.\nConduct formal and informal performance reviews, set and approve goals and objectives, and recognize individual and team contributions.\nDevelop and maintain career progression plans for section members using company career development tools and guides.\nMentor and coach engineers at all levels, identifying high-potential talent and succession candidates.\nLead hiring activities in partnership with Talent Acquisition, including requisition creation, candidate interviewing, selection, and onboarding.\nAddress employee concerns, support work/life balance, and ensure alignment with company policies regarding PTO, extended work weeks, and leaves of absence.\nTechnical Oversight & Execution\nProvide subject matter expertise in mechanical design, analysis, environmental and dynamic testing of DoW hardware.\nOversee the technical execution of mechanical engineering work products across the section, ensuring adherence to requirements, budgets, schedules, and quality standards.\nReview, critique, and approve designs, drawings, analyses, and test plans to ensure compliance with ASME standards, MIL-STD-810, DO-160, and applicable company documentation standards.\nEnsure mechanical designs meet performance, reliability, safety, and manufacturability requirements throughout the product lifecycle.\nSupport and guide qualification efforts, failure investigations, root-cause analyses, and corrective actions.\nPromote sound engineering judgment, critical thinking, and innovation to solve complex technical challenges.\nFunctional Management & Operations\nImplement and maintain functional management systems and processes for the mechanical engineering section, aligned with Hardware Engineering department standards.\nDefine, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including competency proficiency metrics, productivity, and quality measures.\nEnsure employees complete all required technical, safety, and compliance training; 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