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Mechanical Engineering/Analyst

CACI International • Los Gatos, CA • 13h ago

Job Title: Mechanical Engineering/Analyst

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

CACI is looking for a Mechanical Engineering/Analyst to join our our photonics team-- we are expanding! Our laser communications technology is helping NASA provide high-definition video from the International Space Station, and to explore asteroids 250 million miles away. Our other optical technology can also help scientists discover biohazards; support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions; and protect soldiers from explosive devices. Do you have a passion for innovation? Apply now and join the team!

The Opportunity:

Under limited direction design the packaging for complex subsystems with optical, photonic, optoelectronic, electrical, and mechanical elements for R&D and production programs for U.S. government customers.

Develop, run, and validate finite element analysis (FEA) models using ANSYS Mechanical and related simulation tools.

Perform and interpret static, thermal, modal, random vibration, shock, and thermal distortion analyses aligned with spacecraft environmental requirements.

Interpret simulation results and provide actionable recommendations to design, manufacturing, and project teams.

Support optical performance sensitivity studies, linking mechanical deformation and thermal gradients to impacts on optical alignment and wavefront error.

Collaborate with hardware designers to jointly optimize circuit card layout with special attention to thermal performance and mitigation.

Produce build-to drawings and data packages and collaborate with and manage 3rd party vendors to resolve specification, performance, and reliability issues and realize the commercial and custom-machined parts necessary to build the subsystem.

May lead a team of other designers, analysts, and engineering professionals

Qualifications:

Required:

BS in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.

Proficient use of computer-aided design and analysis software, with SolidWorks strongly preferred.

Proven experience conducting mechanical simulations using ANSYS Mechanical (static, modal, thermal, nonlinear, or dynamic).

Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, including mechanics of materials, heat transfer, vibration, and structural dynamics.

Experience in the design of complex subsystems with optical, photonic, optoelectronic, electrical, and mechanical elements.

Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) methodologies, with experience applying these principles to improve product quality and manufacturability.

Must be a US Citizen.

Desired:

Experience working with optomechanical systems, precision structures, or high-stability mechanical assemblies.

Experience with gimbal systems or other precision motion control mechanisms, including design, integration, and optimization for applications in optical systems or robotics.

Familiarity with material behavior in space environments, such as CTE matching, thermal gradients, and outgassing considerations.

Experience in environmental testing to MIL-STD or equivalent industrial test levels, including shock, vibration, thermal, and EMI/EMC.

Experience in optical and electronic subassembly layout including board physical design, chassis or enclosure design, optical fiber routing, and electrical and optical connector selection.

Master's degree preferred

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$86,600 - $181,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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