Mechanical Design IPT Lead

Overview

Orion Edge is a defense technology leader driving the future of electronic warfare and advanced hardware systems. Join our team where you will support the full lifecycle of complex, mission-critical hardware design!

Role

Title:

Mechanical Engineering IPT Lead. You will be the technical cornerstone of our hardware development programs. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers to design, prototype, and manufacture cutting-edge defense systems. This role requires a "player-coach" mentality, driving the technical direction of physical hardware while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring seamless integration between mechanical, electrical, and thermal domains.

• Team Leadership:
  Supervise and mentor a team of mechanical engineers. Manage workflows, conduct design reviews, and foster a culture of technical excellence.
• Hardware Ownership:
  Lead the full lifecycle of hardware development, from initial conceptual design through Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP).
• Design & Integration:
  Direct the physical architecture of systems, ensuring tight integration between mechanical enclosures and PCBAs (working closely with Altium-based designs).
• Simulation & Analysis:
  Oversee and perform thermal, structural, and fluid dynamics simulations to ensure survivability in harsh defense environments.
• Manufacturing Strategy:
  Define the "Make vs. Buy" strategy. Oversee prototyping using 3D printing (SLA/SLS/DMLS) and traditional CNC machining/subtractive manufacturing.
• Material Selection:
  Select high-performance materials (alloys, composites, and polymers) based on weight, thermal conductivity, and environmental ruggedness requirements.

• Education:
  
  BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  5+ years in mechanical design, with at least 1 year of prototyping experience.
• CAD Mastery:
  Expert-level proficiency in Solid Works for complex assemblies and configuration management.
• ECAD Awareness:
  Experience collaborating with electrical teams using Altium Designer to ensure mechanical fitment and thermal dissipation of electronics.
• Technical Breadth:
  Deep knowledge of CNC machining and DFM (Design for Manufacturing).
• Additive Manufacturing:
  Experience with additive manufacturing for rapid prototyping and flight-ready parts.
• Thermal & Simulation Tools:
  Hands-on experience with thermal and heat simulation tools (e.g., Solid Works Flow Simulation, ANSYS, or Sim Scale).
• Regulatory:
  Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 (environmental testing), Ingress Protection (IP), and AS9100 standards is highly preferred.