Senior Mechanical Engineer
Core
Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for opto-mechanical systems, including pointing and stabilization mechanisms.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (opto-mechanical systems)
Builds
Precision mechanical assemblies, gimbals, mounts, and actuation systems for optical instruments
Domain
Aerospace, defense, and precision optics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
precision mechanical design, GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis, CAD (SolidWorks), thermal/structural/dynamic analysis, ruggedization design, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
experience with optical element integration, laser path design, prototype build and validation
Technologies
SolidWorks
Responsibilities
Design precision mechanical components for opto-mechanical systems; Develop pointing and stabilization mechanisms; Perform tolerance analysis to ensure optical alignment; Support prototype builds, testing, and validation; Ensure designs meet ruggedization requirements; Collaborate with optical, electrical, and systems engineering teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC