The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead the design, analysis, testing, and integration of complex military technologies within an Agile hardware development framework. This role focuses on ensuring mechanical systems meet rigorous performance, environmental, and manufacturing standards throughout the product lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end mechanical development of advanced defense systems, including design, integration, testing, and production
- Create 3D solid models, technical drawings, and documentation using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Conduct tolerance analyses to verify proper fit and functionality of components
- Perform structural, thermal, and vibration analyses to validate system performance
- Evaluate designs against environmental and operational requirements
- Develop and test prototypes, executing verification and validation procedures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet design for testability, manufacturability, and producibility standards
- Troubleshoot mechanical failures, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions
- Design and implement test fixtures and equipment to validate product integrity
- Support technical issue resolution during manufacturing and testing phases
- Contribute to requirements definition, technology assessments, and trade studies
- Develop and execute test plans, integrating solutions and reporting detailed results
- Assist in capturing new business opportunities through technical engagement
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum of 4 years of experience (or 2 years with a Master's degree) in designing, testing, and troubleshooting high-reliability embedded systems
- Proven knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, testing methods, and experience with advanced test equipment
- Hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, tools, and engineering processes
- Active Department of Defense security clearance
Nice to Have
- Understanding of heat transfer, material strength, material selection, and vibration-resistant design applied to complex mechanical challenges
- Experience with mechanical design and analysis tools such as ANSYS Workbench, PTC Creo, MATLAB/Simulink, Siemens NX, and ANSYS Icepak
- Familiarity with design and manufacturing standards for multilayer rigid and rigid-flex circuit card assemblies
- Knowledge of aerospace and defense development standards including ASTM, SAE, DO, and MIL-STD-810
- Proven ability to work independently with experience in Agile hardware development
- Demonstrated creativity, ingenuity, and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing control accounts
- Background in LRIP and FRP environments, particularly in electronics manufacturing and test
- Familiarity with AS9145-compliant processes
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Tech Stack
ANSYS Workbench/Mechanical, PTC Creo, MATLAB/Simulink, Siemens NX, ANSYS Icepak
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Health savings account (HSA) options
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Legal services plan
- Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
- Paid time off and vacation leave
- Paid federal and company-recognized holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Paid military leave
- Paid bereavement leave
- Sick leave in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Company recognition program offering monetary and non-monetary awards
- Additional incentives based on role and position level
Compensation
Between $89,650 and $152,460 per year
Work Arrangement
onsite — Nashua, New Hampshire — Full-time on site; no remote work due to government contract requirements
Team
Part of a specialized engineering team within a larger division of over 14,000 professionals focused on electronic systems; role supports the Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions group
- Inclusive environment where employees feel valued and supported
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels
- Encouragement for employees to be authentic and grow professionally
- Focus on continuous learning and career development
- Opportunities to engage in meaningful, mission-driven work
- Workplace designed to foster growth, learning, and belonging
Additional Information
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Current possession of a Secret clearance is required
- Full-time position with first shift hours
- Location: Nashua, NH
- Onsite work required due to government contract restrictions
- Less than 10% travel expected
- Position involves regular in-person collaboration
- Government contracts mandate U.S. person status
- All work must be performed on-site
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