Senior Mechanical Engineer
Systems & Technology Research
Job Description
STR is focused on delivering National Defense capabilities by driving missionâfocused strategies to develop advanced technology systems enabling enduring products and solutions focused on achieving the customer vision. Our programs deliver sustainable, reliable, and costâefficient capabilities focused on endâcustomer needs that function in operationally relevant environments and timeframes. We consider the entire lifecycle of the solution, from conceptualization and architecting, through development to deployment, while leveraging novel technologies to deliver firstâofâaâkind systems.
STR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of electroâmechanical hardware for applications such as advanced multiâfunction Radar systems and unmanned systems. In this role, you will be expected to understand and implement requirements as they apply to electroâmechanical hardware. You will be involved with ensuring hardware moves through the entire lifeâcycle, from conceptualization, through design and fabrication, to integration and test, and ultimately delivery.
This will require application of 3D CAD design, generation of detailed documentation, conducting supporting tests and analyses such as structural, vibration, shock, and thermal, identification/specification of components and vendors, and assembly of hardware (test systems, prototypes, and deliverable units). Since the systems developed are deployed in operationally relevant environments, the hardware you develop needs to meet standards of quality, maintainability, and reuse. The successful candidate will have demonstrated skills and expertise in areas such as: design, analysis, prototyping, manufacturing, and test & evaluation.
This position requires skills in working with multiâdisciplinary teams, design, development, and test activities, as well as proficiency in relevant technologies. Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical skills are required. Applicants are expected to be selfâmotivated, detail oriented and have ability to effectively communicate.
What you will do: Interface with the broader hardware team (e.g. electrical, RF) to ensure complete and proper implementation of systems requirements Collaborate with crossâfunctional teams to understand system requirements and specifications as they relate to assigned tasking Lead efforts to design and implement hardware designs and support assembly, integration, and testing. Activities may include: Decomposition of needs and definition of requirements Creation of detailed 3D CAD (SolidWorks and PDM) models and associated documentation appropriate for fabrication and assembly (e.g. detailed drawings, billâofâmaterials) Conducting analyses (Finite element and âbackâofâtheâenvelopeâ) for structural, shock, vibration, and thermal mitigation Identification/specification of components and vendors Near term tasking may be related to RF systems for airborne applications, but you may be tasked on other applications as needed Who you are: This position requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government Experience using SolidWorks to create 3D designs and associated documentation for fabrication and assembly Expertise with structural, vibration, shock, and thermal analyses using ANSYS Experience with designing to meet specifications, (e.g. compliance with MILâSTDâ810) Experience with integration and test activities Demonstrated desire to successfully pursue new challenges, improve and broaden technical skills, seek greater responsibilities, and increase individual value to the organization Capable of effectively working in a team environment, often under tight deadlines Experience in providing information for technical reviews (SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, TIMS).
Background should include a Bachelorâs degree and at least 5 years of applicable experience; Masterâs degree and at least 3 years applicable experience, or PhD. Equivalent experience will be considered Nice to have: Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info. Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr