Opto-Mechanical Structural Engineer

General Atomics • Acton, MA • 2h ago

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We are hiring an Opto-Mechanical Structural Engineer/Analyst to join our team in Acton, MA to support the design, development and production of advanced spaceborne electro-optical sensor payloads.

This individual will assist in developing cutting-edge, high-performance space-based opto-mechanical hardware designs. The primary role for this position entails executing various structural modeling and detailed mechanical design analysis tasks using Femap and Nastran software. This opportunity affords the chance to build your skills as part of a highly skilled, collaborative and supportive project team, that produces best in class, rigorously engineered, high-performance space based optical sensor payloads.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear dedication to taking ownership of his or her work, a drive to not leave tasks incomplete or not understood and be absolutely committed to making the team and project succeed.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Perform quasi-static, modal, random vibration, and thermal stress analysis tasks using Femap and Nastran software.

Provide Mechanical Engineering support to a project team and execute to plan while managing and tracking work assignments and progress.

Track and understand design requirements and apply sound engineering principles and oversight to meet project requirements.

Generate and present design review packages for internal and external audiences.

Support customer and supplier interactions as required.

Develop creative conceptual designs for new products and proposal efforts.

Help plan and support the environmental testing of hardware including vibration, shock, thermal and others as required.

Perform root cause assessments on hardware failures. Identify solutions and perform analysis as required to verify validity of proposed solutions.

Able to work on multiple assignments and with multiple teams simultaneously.

Other duties as assigned.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

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Job Qualifications:

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. Position can be adjusted for lower experience level applicants. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Two to three years prior experience using Nastran based finite element modeling software is required. Femap training can be provided.

Ability to perform basic mechanical analyses including static and dynamic structural and thermal.

Ability to support design and development of hardware to ensure requirements compliance.

Strong mechanical aptitude, excelling in problem solving and troubleshooting.

Ability to read mechanical drawings and perform tolerance assessments.

Good communication and organizational skills

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required

Preferred Skills and Credentials:

Opto-mechanical and electro-optic hardware design experience is highly desirable.

Finite element modeling skills including thermal, structural, and transient shock.

Design for shock, vibration, and thermal environments.

Experience performing STOP analysis for precision optical systems is highly desirable.

SolidWorks 3D CAD Modeling

Secret and/or SCI DoD security clearance.

Salary: $105,890 - $189,545 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Senior (8+ years) Workstyle Onsite

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.

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