Mechanical Engineer, Sr

Overview

Job Description The Worker Type:
Regular. The Sr. Staff Mechanical Engineer applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanically functioning equipment. In this role, the Sr. Staff Mechanical Engineer leads in the mechanical design, testing, and production of electrical machines as well as the design of electronics packaging for high altitude aerospace applications. Leads the mechanical packaging development effort for electronic equipment that withstands stringent environmental requirements (mass, volume, thermal, vibration).

Manages mid-size development projects outsourced to sub-contractors (development of a system, equipment or components).

• Leads or supports the thermal, structural, dynamic, and fluid flow analysis efforts for electronics equipment
• Leads the testing and data collection in the laboratory and the field
• Models the mechanical devices and selects the proper material
• Performs stress and fatigue analysis; performs thermal analysis and selects bonding material
• Develops mechanical drawings and specifies the dimensional tolerances
• Develops and implements assembly instructions and test procedures
• Develops and implements test plans and test procedures to verify designs
• Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles; exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
• Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments; may supervise the activities of others
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 12–15 years of relevant technical experience in Mechanical Engineering, including a minimum of 7 years in developing for production rotating electrical machines, electronics packaging solutions, and/or mechanical devices for industrial and aerospace applications
• Experience developing requirements specification for mechanical subsystems according to MIL-STD 961D or equivalent
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools to perform position responsibilities:
  • Solid Works for mechanical modeling
  • ANSYS for structural and fatigue analysis
  • ANSYS Icepack for thermal analysis
• Extensive experience with Solid Works
• Extensive experience with designing electrical rotating machines for high-performance applications
• Extensive experience with thermal management tradeoffs, materials properties, and bonding techniques for extreme environmental conditions
• Experience with manufacturing methodologies of electrical machines and with creating and maintaining product document trees
• Experience with creating and maintaining product BOMs
• Experience with test and measurement techniques, such as torque transducer calibration and instrumentation

• MS in Mechanical Engineering is preferred
• Recognition by a reputable international engineering society at the senior membership level or higher is preferred
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 or DO-160 and MIL-STD 961D (or equivalent) for subsystem specifications
• Ability to work independently and effectively articulate concepts to technical and non-technical staff
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with cross-functional teams
• Strong initiative, ownership of work, and commitment to learning and improvement
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Focus on teamwork and collaboration

• Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands to operate computer and keyboard (Frequent)

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The salary range for this role is $136,807 - $194,040. Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including location, role and responsibilities, work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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