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BAE Systems, Inc. · 1 day ago

Sr. Principal II Opto-Mechanical Engineer

BAE Systems is seeking a proactive Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer with analytical capabilities and demonstrated technical expertise. The engineer will provide leadership and support to the design, development, integration/test, and production of dynamic opto-mechanical military systems.

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Responsibilities

Provide leadership and support to the design, development, integration/test, and production of dynamic opto-mechanical military systems
Work closely with hardware integrated into a variety of complex infrared (IR) technology products including lasers, receivers, sensors, as well as multi-axis beam directors/gimbals
Execute both individually and in small to large team environments through all phases of the product life cycle
Develop innovative and robust hardware solutions to meet demanding customer requirements
Leverage mechanical engineering expertise to perform detailed design and analyses
Work with 3D solid models, drawings, and documentation utilizing GD&T principles
Perform analyses to assure fit & function
Perform thermal, structural/stress, and vibration analyses
Assess designs against environmental requirements
Conduct test and verification efforts
Actively partner with other engineering disciplines and operations personnel to develop solutions that adhere to UPC, DFT, and DFM requirements
Support resolution of technical issues that are discovered during manufacture and test of deliverable hardware
Evaluate and troubleshoot mechanical faults and issues
Assess test failures for root cause, identifying disposition/corrective actions
Design test equipment to ensure the performance and integrity of manufactured products

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringOptomechanical DesignProduct DevelopmentIR TechnologiesANSYS WorkbenchPTC CreoMATLAB/SimulinkSiemens NXDFM PrinciplesLeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years experience (8+ years with a masters degree)
Demonstrated experience in product development and support of DoD military electronics equipment
Leadership of HW engineering teams in the design & development of military systems
Working experience with lasers, receivers, fiber optics, and/or related IR technologies
Solid fundamentals of mechanical design, analysis, and documentation principles
Experience with state-of-the-art mechanical engineering development software tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills including development of engineering documentation and presentations
Motivated self-starter and problem solver with proven experience executing in multi-disciplinary teams
Strong computer skills in basic MS office and technical programs
Knowledge of engineering development processes
Eligible to obtain a DOD Security Clearance

Preferred

Knowledge/experience with optomechanical designs & developments
Knowledge of MIL specs & standards, industry standards including ASTM, SAE, DO
Experience in the design/development of active motion controlled hardware
Experience in the design and manufacture of electronic circuit card assemblies
ANSYS Workbench/Mechanical, PTC Creo, MATLAB/Simulink, Siemens NX, ANSYS Icepak
Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) principles

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
A 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
A legal plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Military leave
Bereavement leave
Any applicable federal and state sick leave
Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

Company

BAE Systems, Inc.

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Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Tom Arseneault
President & Chief Executive Officer, BAE Systems, Inc.
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Don Widener, PhD
Chief Technology Officer, Intelligence Solutions
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