Leonardo DRS · 2 hours ago
Principal Shock and Structural Engineer
Fitchburg, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
8+ years expLeonardo DRS is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems for the U.S. Navy and navies globally. They are seeking a Principal Shock and Structural Engineer to be the subject matter expert on the design and analysis of shock and vibration for high performance rotating equipment.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
You are expected to work independently or collaboratively as part of an integrated project team, using judgment and discretion in making complex decisions
You will act as a SME and mentor to more junior colleagues
You will execute shock analysis on large assemblies, including:
Static Analysis
Transient Dynamic Analysis
Shock Spectra Response Analysis
US NAVY dynamic design analysis method, DDAM (T9070-AJ-DPC-120/3010)
Linear and non-linear contact analysis
Normal Mode Analysis
Forces Response Analysis
Critical to success in the role is the ability to breakdown complicated technical challenges and find innovative solutions that meet the program’s requirements without adding unnecessary weight or cost
You will need the ability to clearly document and communicate, orally and in writing, technical and programmatic information to technical and non-technical individuals including the team, project leadership, and to other functions including executive management
As part of regular activities, this role will have customer interaction where you will confidently and competently represent DRS in front of customers, including the US Navy
You will review, analyze, and status project milestones and provide accurate estimates to complete projects or analyses
You will design for EHS and manufacturability and demonstrate this skillset in support of manufacturing and field activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree from a 4-year accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering or other suitable degree
Minimum of 8 years of experience in evaluating stresses, deflections and relative deflections of turbo machinery assemblies, large rotating machinery assemblies (e.g., motors and or generators) and type components such as rotors, stators, turbine casings, and bases
Expert knowledge of MIL-S-901D IC2, MIL-DTL-901
Familiarity with shock and vibration testing and experience working with various shock and vibration testing facilities
Expert experience with the ANSYS Mechanical (Workbench) finite element analysis (FEA) software
Demonstrated excellence applying fundamentals of mechanical design, including material selection
Proven experience individually driving the product development cycle from concept to qualified / fielded systems
Experience with system-level thinking and system engineering principles/methods
Experience with the design and analysis of large welded fabrications and complex rotating assemblies
Must be a US citizen and be able to pass screening for a security clearance
Preferred
Experience with the development of rotating machinery and associated manufacturing drawings
Familiarity with the full manufacturing process including casting, forging, welding, machining, and factory assembly best practices
Experience with ANSYS ADPL (ANSYS Classic)
Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) Tools (Siemens NX and/or Solidworks preferred)
Experience with MSC family of analysis and pre/post software: NASTRAN / PATRAN / APEX
Experience with various available shock and vibration analysis supporting programs: UERD, SIMPLE, etc
Experience with Program Management tools (MS Project preferred) and/or agile Project Management tools- (Jira preferred)
Experience with execution of projects for the US military
Active security clearance
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
A company contribution to a health savings account
Telemedicine
Life and disability insurance
Legal insurance
A 401(k) savings plan
Wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Competitive vacation
Health/emergency leave
Paid parental leave
Community service hours
Company
Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRS is a manufacturer and designs advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, and high-performance defense technology.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2022-12-02IPO
Leadership Team
David Gross
Co-Founder
Philip Perconti
Chief Technology Officer
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