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CACI International Inc · 5 months ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Mechatronics

US NJ Florham Park

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$90K/yr - $190K/yr

7+ years exp

CACI International Inc is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in Mechatronics to join their Optical and Photonics Systems group. The role involves designing and integrating mechatronic subsystems for advanced laser communication systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system requirements are met.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and integrate mechatronic subsystems for laser communication systems, including gimbals, fast steering mirrors, launch locks, etc

Perform actuator (BLDC motor, voice coil, etc) and sensor (gyros, encoders, eddy current, capacitive, etc) analysis and selection for mechatronics systems

Create detailed CAD models of mechatronic components and assemblies using software like SolidWorks or similar

Develop prototypes of mechatronic systems and conduct rigorous testing to validate performance

Prepare detailed documentation of design specifications, test results, and performance metrics

Work closely with optical engineers, electrical engineers, software developers, and systems engineers to ensure systems meet overall system requirements

Develop and implement control algorithms for mechatronic systems, including PID control, feedback loops, and real-time processing

Qualification

MechatronicsSolidWorksControl theoryElectro-mechanical systemsSensor integrationProgramming MatlabProgramming PythonProgramming C/C++CollaborationHands-on mindset

Required

US citizenship required

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or similar field, and a minimum of 7 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

Experience developing high-precision electro-mechanical systems for various optical or photonic applications

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

Understanding of mechatronic systems, including kinematics, dynamics, and control theory

Demonstrated experience in designing and integrating sensors, actuators, and control systems in mechatronic applications

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and software elements

Software skills in one or more of Matlab, Python, C/C++

Hands-on mindset, able to transition between CAD/analysis and real hardware

Preferred

A Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or similar field

Proficiency in classical and/or modern control theory

Proficiency in programming and implementing embedded systems for real-time control of mechanical and electromechanical systems

Benefits

Healthcare

Wellness

Financial

Retirement

Family support

Continuing education

Time off benefits

Company

CACI International Inc

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At CACI International Inc (NYSE: CACI), our 25,000 talented and dynamic employees are ever vigilant in delivering distinctive expertise and technology to meet our customers’ greatest challenges in national security.

Founded in 1962

Arlington, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees