Management Services Group dba Global Technical Systems (GTS) is hiring: Design E

[Global Technical Systems (GTS) provides innovative, cost-effective, high-tech engineering products and product-based services encompassing latest generation software and hardware solutions and engineering services for defense, homeland security, and other critical Government interests. GTS products and services span a spectrum that includes: mission-critical combat systems processors; C4ISR; technology development including threat detection, biometric identification systems, and composite applications for munitions, armor and energy storage; avionics test systems; and lifecycle logistics support and repair. [Our Headquarters office in Virginia Beach, VA is searching for a **[Design Engineer II. *[Design Engineer II * [Virginia Beach, VA **[General Description: [Design and develop new products from concept through full production launch using CAD software. Responsible for product redesign for improved function, cost reductions, and sustainability initiatives. Oversees the development of 3D CAD models and drawing tools (e.g., SolidWorks via EPDM AutoDesk Inventor or AutoCAD software via AutoDesk Vault) Produce full engineering documentation including detailed engineering drawings, bill of materials, and performance specifications. Independently manage multiple design projects while working in cross functional teams. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Creativity and latitude is required when performing a variety of tasks. [Principal Duties and Responsibilities]{calibri",sans-serif"=""} ]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}]{calibri",sans-serif"=""} ]{calibri",sans-serif"=""} ]{calibri",sans-serif"=""} ]{calibri",sans-serif"=""} ]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}]{calibri",sans-serif"=""} Works with Engineering and Program Management to transfer ideas into the core product process. Works with Engineering Department and team members to facilitate design ideas and improve current products. Daily interaction with customers, vendors, other engineers, production floor and the program manager to successfully complete projects. Manages CAD designer tasking and provides on time delivery of completed detailed designs. Overall responsibility for the quality assurance of all GTS mechanical design artifacts. Participates in a team of highly skilled professionals to research and design major new systems and architectures for rapid prototyping, development and test. Participates in brainstorming sessions used to develop product ideas and problem solutions. Conducts technical research to understand alternate approaches to a problem and be able to support the merits of a proposed solution. Originates design documents and concept papers consistent with project efforts for review by senior engineers. Uses appropriate engineering techniques and Manufacturing/Purchasing processes and technology to produce cost effective designs considering applicable safety and environmental regulations and standards. Manages multiple Engineering Design Projects simultaneously. Perform project management functions by working within cross-functional teams. Report project status as needed to management and take necessary steps to maintain project design schedules. Produces full engineering documentation including, but not limited to: detailed engineering drawings, bills of material, and any other items related to a Technical Data Package. Provides tutoring / mentoring to junior members of the technical staff. **[Work Experience Requirements: [5-7 years CAD experience in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or a similar specific engineering area. **[]{style="font-famil "} ]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}