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CACI International Inc · 5 months ago

Thermal & Mechanical Structural Engineers

US CA Los Gatos

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $190K/yr

5+ years exp

CACI International Inc is looking for Thermal & Mechanical Structural Engineers to join their Optical and Photonics Systems group. The role involves developing next-generation optical technologies, performing Finite Element Analysis, and conducting dynamic analysis to ensure the structural integrity of mechanical systems.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform detailed Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS or similar software to evaluate the structural integrity of mechanical systems

Develop and validate FEA models to predict stress, strain, deformation, and failure modes under various loading conditions (e.g., launch loads, operational vibration)

Conduct dynamic analysis to assess the vibrational characteristics of mechanical systems

Conduct calculations for bolted joints to ensure proper preload, torque, and structural integrity

Prepare detailed documentation of analysis methods, results, and recommendations

Conduct tests and experiments to gather data for model validation

Qualification

Finite Element AnalysisDynamic systems analysisCAD software proficiencyMechanical system modelingMaterials knowledgeStatic load calculationsVibration analysisModel correlationModal testingHands-on mindset

Required

US citizenship required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar field, and a minimum of 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience

Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis for mechanical systems (ANSYS preferred)

Strong understanding of dynamic systems and vibration analysis

Experience with CAD software such as Solidworks, Ansys Discovery, etc

Knowledge of materials and properties of engineering materials

Ability to perform static and dynamic load calculations

Experience in modeling and simulating mechanical systems

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

Preferred

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

Experience in utilizing bearing analysis software such as Orbis or Cobra (Orbis preferred)

Experience in comparing test data to critical model points and performing model correlation

Experience with modal testing (modal hammer, shaker, etc.) to determine the frequency response function of a mechanical system

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