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Collins Aerospace · 11 hours ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Machine Design (Onsite)

Richardson, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$101K/yr - $203K/yr

5+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking a self-motivated Principal Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and integrate dynamic electro-mechanical systems and controls, ensuring compliance with military communication systems requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Communicate technical topics and issues in a clear and concise manner to both technical peers as well as non-technical team members

Responsible for the design and documentation of high complexity mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware such as gear boxes, motors, actuators, hydraulic pumps, bearings, and large rotating equipment

Perform analysis on components to ensure such requirements as sizing, strength, and dynamic load are met throughout the product life-cycle

Address supplier-driven changes, component obsolescence, and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS)

Perform finite element analysis (FEA) using ANSYS to ensure compliance with structural integrity and fatigue performance criteria

Conduct prototype build, integration, and testing activities to validate component and system level compliance to customer requirements

Conduct and provide constructive feedback during peer reviews

Mentor and document knowledge to provide technical domain guidance to both members of own team and beyond

Work proactively and in a self-driven manner with an integrated product team (IPT) to manage project scope and budget, as well as identify risks and opportunities

Qualification

Mechanical designElectro-mechanical systemsFinite Element Analysis (FEA)3D CAD softwareMilitary standards knowledgeComponent analysisPrototype testingTechnical communicationMentoringProject managementTeam leadership

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Knowledge of commercial and military standards such as RTCA DO-160 and MIL-STD-810

Background in the design and qualification of mechanical components and assemblies that include sensors, motors, actuators, pulleys, gears, and pumps

Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, NX, or similar) and the ability to apply best practices with said tools

Proficiency with structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (Ansys Mechanical, Abaqus) and best practices

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Preferred

Possession of an active U.S. government issued Secret or Top Secret clearance

Ability to quickly acquire technical domain knowledge and contribute to the design/implementation of sophisticated electro-mechanical systems

Direct experience working on aircraft or ground based military platforms

Direct experience with the design, analysis, and qualification of wire or cable tensioning systems

Knowledge of commercial and military electromechanical form factors, design, and analysis methods

Experience with ruggedization techniques for commercial hardware

Experience working with and managing sub-contractors

Can apply and interpret ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing best practices

Experience with fatigue, modal, random vibration, transient shock, and acoustic analyses is a plus

Knowledge of relevant military standards such as MIL-STD-1472 and MIL-STD-461

Working knowledge of Agile development methods for hardware

Either familiar with or preferably experienced with Control Account Management (CAM) and earned value techniques

Experience in the preparation of proposals and presentations

Experience designing using advanced materials and methods including composites and additive manufacturing

Ability to lead a team and serve as a technical mentor to junior engineers

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

And more!