Space Force SFSC · Engineering
62EXH Mechanical Engineer Officer
Overview
A Mechanical Engineer Officer plans and implements projects within a mechanical engineering specialty. They apply advanced technical skills and knowledge to support technology used in operations worldwide.
Minimum clearance: Top Secret
Core Skills
- systems engineering
- requirements analysis
- hardware design review
- test planning and execution
- failure analysis
- reliability and maintainability
- technical documentation
- project management fundamentals
- configuration management
- risk assessment
Civilian Software & Tools
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Python
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- SME Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
What the Work Involves
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.
- Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, or maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems or processes to meet requirements.
- Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design, performance specifications, or environmental regulations.
- Confer with engineers or other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information.
- Investigate equipment failures or difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and recommend remedial actions.
Related Occupations
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Mechatronics Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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