Mechanical Engineers (Optical/Laser/Space/DOD)

NSS
  • Herndon, Virginia
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to partner with THE Global Leader in Laser and Electro-Optics for the DoD, Aerospace and NASA customer. Advanced Lasers, Lidars and Laser Communication Systems are all areas of expertise!

    Onsite Requirements: Position to be performed onsite in Herndon, VA at company Headquarters. 

    This is a permanent and long-term opportunity offering solid benefits and stability, as well as RELOCATION ASSISTANCE if needed. Security Clearance NOT required. 

    About The Position:
    • Leading technical team efforts to create mechanical system laser design solutions and architecture.
    • Detailing design CAD models and drawings.
    • Analyzing systems thermally and structurally
    • Initiating procurements.
    • Supporting assembly and testing of systems.
    • Preparing technical reports.
    • Leading design review meetings.
    • Creating new concepts in support of business development opportunities.
    Job Requirements:
    • Experience in the design and analysis of electro-optical systems for military and/or aerospace applications
    • Experience in the design of thermal control systems, packaging of electronics, precision mechanisms, and sealed enclosures
    • Expertise in Creo software
    • Experience with ANSYS software a plus
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
    • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
    • On-site only
    • BS in Mechanical Engineering required, MS preferred
    • 15 years relevant experience minimum

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHerndon, Virginia

    Skills

    • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Communication Systemsunmatched
    • Control Systemsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Electronicsunmatched
    • Laser Communicationsunmatched
    • Laser Designunmatched
    • Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)\Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR)unmatched
    • Mechanical Designunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Militaryunmatched
    • Optical Engineeringunmatched
    • Opticsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • PTC Creounmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Systems Analysisunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Technical Leadershipunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Thermal Analysisunmatched
    • Thermal Managementunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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