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Cypress Lake Solutions is a mission-driven small business based in North Alabama near Redstone Arsenal, serving the heart of the U.S. defense and aerospace community. Our mission is to serve with integrity, lead with compassion, and deliver with excellence—putting people first in every solution we provide. We are more than a service provider; we are stewards of trust who value meaningful relationships with our clients, employees, and community. Rooted in faith and principles of servant leadership, we strive to operate with humility, transparency, and the belief that doing what is right always comes before doing what is easy. Our culture is shaped by four guiding priorities: Faith: We lead with integrity and a commitment to ethical decision-making. Family: We support employees’ responsibilities at home and encourage healthy work-life balance. Fulfillment: We help our team pursue meaningful work and grow professionally. Fellowship: We value camaraderie, teamwork, and celebrating achievements. Employees at Cypress Lake are treated as trusted professionals and empowered to excel in their mission.

Location

This position supports the U.S. Army DEVCOM Aviation & Missile Center Technology Development Center at Redstone Arsenal, located near Huntsville, AL.

Work environments may include office space, engineering laboratories, machine shops, fabrication facilities, and outdoor weapons test ranges supporting propulsion and weapon systems.

Job Description

The Project Engineer (Mechanical) is responsible for evaluating, interpreting, and documenting data across a range of propulsion and mechanical systems. This role involves using advanced software tools to analyze test data and predict propulsion system performance. The engineer designs, plans, and executes work on facilities, structures, and systems supporting tactical missile propulsion research, development, and demilitarization (demil). Working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, the engineer interprets technical requirements, operates system components, and maintains a safe, organized workspace while effectively communicating across teams. Responsibilities include rapid fabrication, test design, reverse engineering, static testing, data analysis, and technical reporting for propulsion and missile-related test articles. The engineer performs mechanical design, analysis, and fabrication support, including test fixture development using appropriate safety factors. The role requires producing detailed engineering drawings and technical data packages to support fabrication, assembly, and proof-of-concept testing. Responsibilities also include supporting system integration, setup, and testing across laboratory, manufacturing, and field environments.

In the project coordination capacity, the engineer manages assigned efforts by balancing cost, schedule, scope, performance, quality, and delivery. This includes developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, work breakdown structures, cost estimates, milestones, and risk assessments. The engineer tracks progress against plans, ensures timely completion of tasks, and maintains compliance with technical requirements. Risks and issues are proactively identified, with mitigation strategies and corrective actions implemented as needed. The engineer gathers and interprets stakeholder requirements, defines technical scope, and develops execution strategies to address complex technical and operational challenges. Close coordination is required with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, safety, and customer stakeholders. The role also involves providing clear and timely status updates to leadership and external stakeholders, supporting closed disposal development, and advancing Resources, Recovery, and Recycling (R3) technologies. The engineer contributes to transitioning new technologies into operational demilitarization facilities and evaluates improvements to enhance reliability, reduce risk, lower lifecycle costs, and optimize throughput.

This position requires strong technical expertise combined with disciplined project execution. The engineer is expected to maintain safe, organized workspaces and perform additional duties as needed to support mission objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 4–10+ years of relevant experience.
• Project management experience, including schedule, cost, and risk management.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Project.
• Proficient in Mechanical Design Software (i.e. SolidWorks).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, database, and email software tools.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• With proper training, oversight, and safety measures, ability to work with and around hazardous propellant, explosive, and energetic materials.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain certification for handling ammunition and explosives.
• Ability to obtain respirator certification, if required.
• Capability to work safely in rugged outdoor, high-bay, laboratory, and manufacturing facilities.
• Ability to travel up to 25% if required by mission.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting technology transition from development to operational environments.
• Experience working directly with Department of War and military customers.
• Hands-on experience with propellants, explosives, and pyrotechnics.
• Experience supporting demilitarization, R3, or disposal technologies.
• Missile system and/or subsystem demilitarization experience.
• Understanding of combustion and detonation mechanisms.
• Knowledge of initiation mechanisms in energetic materials.
• Experience with subtractive manufacturing.
• Experience with environmental hazards abatement.
• Project management and capability design experience involving the use of robotics and other remotely operated machining capabilities.

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing, stability, and long-term success. Our offerings include:

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Pre-tax savings programs, including Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA (DCRA)
• Tuition reimbursement for approved programs
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Annual merit increase eligibility
• Flexible scheduling options, including a 9/80 schedule (subject to mission requirements)
• Direct access to leadership in a supportive small-business environment
• A people-first culture emphasizing integrity, balance, and personal growth

 

Our goal is to equip our employees with the resources, respect, and support they need to thrive—professionally, personally, and spiritually.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cypress Lake Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.