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Applied Energetics, Inc. · 3 weeks ago

Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Tucson, AZ, USA, 85747

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Applied Energetics is redefining the state of the art in ultrashort pulse laser and directed energy technologies for defense and national security applications. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the design, integration, and ruggedization of our laser hardware and optical subsystems for next generation directed energy platforms.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design and packaging of fiber and free-space oscillator and amplifier modules, and precision optical assemblies

Design mechanical assemblies for fiber laser and amplifier sub-systems such as pump modules, fiber trays, fiber splices, and connectors

Design mechanical assemblies for free-space laser and amplifier sub-systems such as pump modules, gain modules, fixed and adjustable optical mounts, and alignment fixtures

Perform thermal analysis of the designs considering conductive, convective, and radiative cooling of solid and fluid components. Use these models to optimize thermo-mechanical performance

Perform structural analysis of the designs to optimize performance in terms of stiffness, vibration, shock, and fatigue

Build and maintain complete 3D CAD models of the mechanical designs

Produce and maintain engineering drawings, system BOMs (bills of materials) and other engineering and design documentation

Identify and work with vendors to procure high-quality, cost-optimized parts in a timely manner

Work closely with the multidisciplinary design team with hands-on prototype assembly, characterization, and testing to validate design criteria for stability, repeatability, and survivability under field conditions

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringLaser Systems DesignThermo-Mechanical Analysis3D CAD ModelingOptical Systems IntegrationMaterials Properties KnowledgeProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

5+ years' experience in mechanical engineering or closely related disciplines

A strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals

Hands-on experience with laser and optical systems design and integration

In-depth experience with the analysis of thermo-mechanical and fluid-mechanical systems, together with methods for designing thermally optimized systems

A deep understanding of materials and their properties and how they affect the system performance of important mechanical requirements such as strength, stability, rigidity, thermo-mechanical performance, and endurance

Demonstrated experience designing systems for optical alignment stability and environmental survivability in SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power)-optimized architectures

Past experience designing for manufacturability considering metrics such as quality, cost, and ease of manufacture

Experience designing for performance, reliability, and safety as defined by MIL-STD or similar specifications

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance