ZelTech, Inc. is a Hampton, Virginia based, Veteran-Owned company providing leading edge research, technology, and training solutions to address complex global challenges. We employ a highly skilled workforce of operational specialists, analysts, engineers, scientists, program managers, and subject matter experts to support US intelligence, military operations, and homeland security activities as well as live ground training support to both U.S. and international customers. 

Our core capabilities include research and development (R&D), intelligence services, program management, systems engineering, tactical force-on-force/force-on-target training, and training support and services. We maintain world-class proficiency in Human Intelligence (HUMINT), Measurement and Signature Intelligence (MASINT), Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives defense (CBRNE), Counter-IED (C-IED), Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and all-source intelligence programs. Our key customers include the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), AF Special Operations Command (AFSOC), the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), the Joint Improvised Threat Defeat Organization (JIDO) the US Navy Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and the Program Executive Office Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation (PEO STRI).

ZelTech provides training services to address evolving global threats through tactical force-on-force/force-on-target training and training support including training range instrumentation, battlefield weapons effects simulation, Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) modernization and support, live-fire range installations, life-cycle services and support and enhanced/embedded training programs. 

Our systems engineering services evaluate commercial products and emerging research conducted by Universities, government organizations, and private industry and incubate ambitious R&D in pursuit of technological breakthroughs. Through our rapid development and complex modeling and simulation (M&S) efforts, we enable our customers to capture the value of front line innovation efficiently and effectively. 

Each offering provided by ZelTech adheres to our unwavering commitment to quality and security. The company maintains a facility security clearance at our Hampton, VA, and Melbourne, FL locations and has an ISO 9001-2015 certified Quality Management System in place. We are committed to strong partnerships based on mutual advantage and support, and we work daily to be equitable stewards of our abundant environmental resources, community presence, and intellectual talent.

Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company Size: 201-500 employees

Zel Technologies LLC

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**Job Summary**

The Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer will work with customer personnel to provide on-site, engineering fabrication, research, development and test support at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS), Florida. The focus will be on designing, developing and performing M&S on specialized and/or "one of a kind" components required to integrate unique sensing technologies into various collection platforms.

**Responsibilities**

- Design and produce unique and specialized parts using a variety of materials and machines including but not limited to 3D printers, CNC, water jets, CNC router.

- Coordinate outsourcing of fabrication to other organizations as needed/directed.

- Provide QC/QA to parts produced in house and/or externally.

- Provide support for in-house technology initiatives and for assessment and monitoring of the adequacy and feasibility of technical proposals and on-going projects by other parties in Government, academia and industry.

- Provide engineering support for precision machining, measuring and set up of a variety of manual and CNC machines to perform such operations as drilling, boring and milling on raw stock, parts, castings, dies, machine fixtures and other type tools.

- Familiarization and operation of various types of design software to produce unique products.

- Familiar with hand tools to form, sharpen, grind cut and drill.

- Develop projects in accordance with broad specifications and design criteria including verbal instructions, rough drawings and blueprints as available.

- Design complicated parts having many interrelated dimensions, compound angles, irregular surfaces, close tolerances, the use of hand tools and/or the setup and operation of various machine tools.

- Design/improvise production aids as necessary to facilitate operations.

- Experience in utilizing precision measuring instruments.

- Suggest changes in design involving production and process of manufacture to proper personnel.

- Aid in the development and implementation of integrated rapid prototyping team integrating inventory items to best develop rapid prototype solutions.

- Must be able to successfully work in high tempo environment creating efficient well documented and successful inventory solutions resolving unique issues.

- Comply with CCAFS industrial hygiene requirements.

- Performs other duties as assigned to accomplish the REPD mission.

**Requirements**

- Must be a US citizen.

- Must have an active TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance.

- BA/BS in Aerospace/Mechanical engineering with four (4) or more years related experience.

- Provide mechanical engineering planning.

- CAD 3D modeling experience.

- Participate in integrated process teams (IPTs) to build and update technology management plans/concepts/roadmaps to guide multi-year technology development efforts.

- Perform analysis of intelligence collection operational requirements (intelligence collector and intelligence customer requirements) and provide input for system capability requirements documents to include specification of key performance parameters, initial capability descriptions and capability development documents.

- Perform mechanical engineering activities to include functional needs analysis and allocation for translation of intelligence and operational requirements into system design solutions (e.g. cost analysis and cost-performance tradeoff analysis, consideration of production, life cycle logistics for follow-on procurement of operational systems, risk analysis and mitigation and ensuring adequacy and compatibility of C4 and data processing, exploitation, and dissemination (PED) architectures for developmental systems).

- Provide analysis and control for mechanical engineering aspects/activities related to on-going technology development projects to ensure designs meet user requirements and are implemented with proper configuration management, document control, fabrication, assembly and test of final products

- Participate in trade studies to solve technical problems and identify preferred solutions.

- Participate in technical reviews to assess project progress from design through development and delivery.

- Support development of company policies, procedures, and guidance (may not apply to all job families).

- Perform post-test analysis and presenting results to project team.

- Ability to identify and solve problems.

- Ability to manage time & resources.

- Ability to delegate implementation plans to subordinate members of group.

- Contact with the customer/provide customer support.

- Good interpersonal skills.

- Effective communicator.

- Successful background and drug screening check.

**Preferred Requirements**

- Previous experience with UAS and UUV design and integration

- FAA Remote Pilot Certificate – Part 107

**Physical Demands Or Work Environment**

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- The majority of the time is spent in an office setting.

- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

**About ZelTech**

Founded in 1988 by Ret. Col. Jack L. Ezzell Jr., Zel Technologies is a trusted leader in national security, providing comprehensive research, development, engineering, and operational support to the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and federal agencies. Originally focused on leveraging operational and software expertise to improve time-critical targeting capabilities for the military, the company advanced its capabilities to provide scientific and HUMINT expertise for CBRNE collection and analysis. In the wake of 9/11, Zel Technologies rapidly expanded its capabilities to provide turnkey ISR support services to US Special Operations Forces (SOF), as well as advanced technical & operational intelligence, physical & data science, and engineering support services to the greater Intelligence and SOF Communities supporting global counterterrorism and CWMD operations.

Today, Zel Technologies remains at the forefront of intelligence missions, advancing CWMD and global counterterrorism efforts, while also addressing emerging threats posed by near-peer adversaries. Our team remains committed to delivering adaptive, innovative, and cost-effective solutions across multiple domains, in alignment with the mission priorities of the U.S. Government and its partner nations.

**Our Mission**

Through our commitment to innovation and quality, our skilled teams deliver robust, technology driven solutions and insights that empower our customers to overcome complex challenges and achieve their mission objectives.

**Our Workforce**

ZelTech team members represent a wide range of backgrounds, skills, experience, and personalities bound together by common objectives and mutual respect. You will join a caring community of professional, including many military veterans who challenge and support each other in seeking the right solutions to important matters.

**Benefits**

- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

- 401k immediate vesting with company match

- Flexible Spending Accounts

- Health Savings Account with company contributions

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Bonuses for performance

- Voluntary life/accidental death & dismemberment

- Educational assistance and special training programs

- Voluntary benefits (accidental, critical illness, whole life)

- Group life insurance (Company paid)

- Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (Company paid)

- Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Leave, Jury Duty, and Military Leave

- Health and fitness reimbursement

- Referral bonuses

- Employee discounts on various services and products

**Equal Opportunities**

ZelTech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.

Aerospace/Mechanical Engineer

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