Senior Mechanical Engineer

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Oak Ridge, TN.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for performing engineering process development and testing activities to support manufacturing of gas centrifuges to support the enrichment of UF6. The ideal candidate will have experience following engineering processes and procedures and will be knowledgeable in subject areas such as rotor dynamics, dynamic testing, signal processing, and software development.

• Empirical and simulated rotor dynamics leveraging existing tools and development of new techniques and engineering software
• Software development: data acquisition, digital signal processing, and analysis of high-speed signals
• Dynamic testing including experimental modal analysis (EMA)
• Test design and automation
• Model verification and validation
• Participate in reviews of technical designs and papers as either the primary engineer or a panel member
• Accomplishing complex engineering assignments in your specialty. Makes independent decisions on engineering problems and methods.
• Preparation and presentation of routine and special engineering reports and other design documentation

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related fields of study
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Relevant experience may include:
  • Rotor dynamics
  • Dynamic testing
  • Digital signal processing (DSP)
  • Software development in Python
  • Finite element analysis (FEA) in ANSYS
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Preference may be given to candidates with a higher level of experience.
• Active DOE Q Clearance

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education