Full-Time

Mechanical Engineer

Latitude

Latitude

11-50 employees

Full-service staffing for technical roles

Compensation Overview

$70k - $95k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Baltimore, MD, USA

In Person

US Citizenship Required

Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
3D Modeling
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, specifically within DOD manufacturing environments.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and creating detailed drawings.
  • Familiarity with MIL-SPEC standards and ITAR compliance.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
  • U.S. Citizenship required due to DOD project requirements.
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop mechanical components, systems, and assemblies using SolidWorks.
  • Generate detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for manufacturing.
  • Ensure designs comply with DOD standards and specifications, including MIL-SPEC and ITAR regulations.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and manufacturing teams to optimize designs for manufacturability and efficiency.
  • Participate in product testing and validation, ensuring all designs meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Analyze mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance issues and implement design improvements.
  • Maintain knowledge of current industry trends, materials, and manufacturing techniques relevant to DOD projects.
  • Provide technical support throughout the product lifecycle, from concept through production and post-production support.
Desired Qualifications
  • Background in aerospace or defense contracting.

Latitude Inc. is a staffing firm that provides specialized technical and professional personnel to both public and private sectors. It offers contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placements, focusing on Technology, Engineering, Scientific, and Communications industries. The company operates by maintaining a dedicated recruiting staff that sources qualified candidates and charges fees to clients for successful placements and staffing services. It has a notable government sector presence and positions itself as a self-certified small business to compete for government contracts. Latitude’s goal is to deliver cost-effective staffing solutions that meet the specific needs of its clients by supplying qualified personnel through tailored staffing arrangements, ensuring reliable support for IT and technical programs across both sectors.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Hanover, Maryland

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $31M revenue fuels expansion in government technical staffing programs.
  • 11-50 employees with energized culture attract specialized talent.
  • Management's 35+ years experience spans IT, engineering, and bioscience.

What critics are saying

  • Allegis Group undercuts contracts with 20-30% lower rates in 6-12 months.
  • $31M revenue exceeds SBA threshold, barring set-aside contracts in 3-6 months.
  • Eightfold AI displaces manual recruiting as DoD adopts 40% faster matching in 12-24 months.

What makes Latitude unique

  • Latitude specializes in technical staffing for DoD and civilian agencies since 2003.
  • Self-certified small business targets government IT, engineering, and cyber contracts.
  • Dedicated recruiters provide cost-effective contract and permanent placements.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Remote Work Options

Professional Development Budget