Senior Specialist, Mechanical EngineeringLocation: Rochester, New York
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Work Schedule: 9/80 Schedule
Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance
We are seeking an experienced
Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineering to join an engineering team in Rochester, NY, supporting the development of advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems.
This position focuses on the design, development, modification, evaluation, and analysis of complex mechanical, electromechanical, optomechanical components, subassemblies, and systems.
The successful candidate will work closely with optical, electrical, software, systems engineering, manufacturing, and program management teams to develop high-performance aerospace and defense products.
The role involves mechanical design, CAD modeling, structural and thermal engineering analysis, production support, technical documentation, and product lifecycle engineering.
Key Responsibilities1. Mechanical and Electromechanical Engineering- Design, develop, modify, and evaluate complex mechanical and electromechanical components, subsystems, and systems.
- Develop mechanical design solutions for new and improved products.
- Perform engineering analysis and recommend design approaches that meet technical and production requirements.
- Support the development of high-performance mechanical and optomechanical systems.
2. Mechanical Design and Engineering Analysis- Prepare design specifications, engineering analyses, and technical recommendations for formal review and approval.
- Perform structural and thermal engineering analysis.
- Develop CAD models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings.
- Support design development from initial product concept through released fabrication drawings.
- Apply appropriate engineering methods for materials selection, mechanical design, and demanding operating environments.
3. Cross-Functional Engineering Collaboration- Work with optical, electrical, software, and systems engineers.
- Coordinate with manufacturing and program management teams.
- Provide engineering analysis and design support throughout product development.
- Participate in technical design reviews and provide engineering recommendations.
4. Product Development and Proposal Support- Support new product development and engineering proposals.
- Develop conceptual CAD layouts and contribute to cost-estimation activities.
- Recommend design approaches to meet manufacturing and production requirements.
5. Manufacturing and Production Support- Support existing product designs throughout the production lifecycle.
- Incorporate engineering change orders (ECOs) for product improvements and design modifications.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Support mechanical part fabrication and manufacturing-related engineering issues.
Required QualificationsCandidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:
Option 1 – Bachelor's Degree- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience.
Option 2 – Graduate Degree- Graduate degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience.
Option 3 – Experience in Lieu of Degree- Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications1. Mechanical CAD Design- SolidWorks modeling and drafting experience.
- Experience developing mechanical assemblies, detailed drawings, and fabrication documentation.
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Familiarity with ANSI Y14.5 standards.
2. Engineering Analysis and Simulation- Experience with linear finite element (FE) stress modeling.
- Knowledge of heat transfer and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
- Experience with advanced shock and vibration analysis.
- Design experience involving fatigue analysis.
- MATLAB/Simulink experience.
3. Mechanical Systems and Design- Knowledge of machine design and theory of mechanisms.
- Experience with thermal design considerations.
- Materials selection for demanding environments and applications.
- Knowledge of mechanical part fabrication processes.
- Experience designing electric motors, gears, bearings, and flexures.
4. Aerospace and Defense Engineering- Experience engineering aerospace products.
- Electronics packaging knowledge.
- Familiarity with stabilization, guidance, and control systems.
- Hardware integration and troubleshooting experience.
- Strong mechanical and geospatial comprehension skills.
5. Technical and Documentation Skills- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to prepare technical documentation, design specifications, BOMs, and engineering change documentation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.
Work ScheduleThis position follows a
9/80 work schedule:
- Employees work 9 days over a two-week period.
- Total working hours: 80 hours over two weeks.
- Employees receive every other Friday off.
Work Environment- Full-time onsite engineering position in Rochester, NY.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams.
- Work supporting complex aerospace and EO/IR products.
- No regular travel requirement specified.
Ideal Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate is a mechanical engineer with substantial experience in mechanical, electromechanical, or optomechanical product design and development.
Candidates with strong SolidWorks modeling, GD&T, structural and thermal analysis, FEA, shock and vibration analysis, and aerospace product engineering experience will be particularly relevant.
The successful candidate should be comfortable working across engineering disciplines, supporting manufacturing and production, preparing technical documentation, and contributing to complex product development programs.