Principal Mechanical Engineer Aerospace Defense
Principal Mechanical Engineer Aerospace Defense
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Job Description
Become Our Next Mechanical Design Innovator Shaping the Future of Advanced Laser Technology for Defense
Are you ready to design and develop cuttingedge technology that shapes the future of defense systems Coherent Aerospace & Defense Emerging Products & Technology is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our elite team of engineers working on groundbreaking laser systems for aerospace and defense. If youre passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and delivering exceptional solutions we want to hear from you!
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Drive Mechanical Design: Collaborate with a worldclass team of systems optical electrical software and FPGA engineers to develop customized laser systems. Execute design tasks throughout the product lifecycle including concept development preliminary design detailed design and support for qualification and manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate on Customer Solutions:You will work collaboratively within crossfunctional teams to understand and implement customer design requirements ensuring our mechanical designs meet stringent specifications and performance standards. You will also contribute to the technical interactions with customers on key programs.
- Tackle Technical Challenges:You will play a vital role in identifying and resolving technical issues that may arise during the development manufacturing and testing of prototype and deliverable products. This includes participating in root cause analysis and contributing to the development of effective solutions.
- Contribute to Innovation:You will contribute your expertise to new business development efforts by providing technical input for proposals and supporting cost and schedule estimations. Your insights will help shape future opportunities.
- Apply Your Deep Expertise:Leverage your strong knowledge and experience in mechanical design to contribute to complex engineering assignments. You will be expected to work with increasing independence applying established principles and contributing to the implementation of new products and processes.
Education & Experience
- A Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree with 7 years experience; or Ph.D. with 4 years experience
Desired applicable experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Laser systems and optomechanical design experience or relevant area of photonics/fiber optics/bulk optics in an industrial R&D environment
- Design for space/vacuum environments
- SolidWorks Simulation ANSYS or similar FEA software
- Design and analysis of materials such as ceramics specialty metals (Invar) carbon fiber composites and optical coatings
- Understanding of attachment methods for optomechanical systems; preparation and use of primers epoxies RTV and elastomers
- Manufacturing production and sustainment of optomechanical systems and hardware
- Design for manufacturing (DFM) principles
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T Y14.5
- Vibration isolation dynamics kinematics laser beam delivery motion analysis and laser applications
Skills & Other Requirements
Necessary applicable experience/skills in the following areas:
- Design development and basic analysis of electromechanical hardware and systems for military/avionics/space applications
- Product/factory support of DoD military electronics/avionics equipment
- Proficient with mechanical engineering design and development tools (SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM preferred)
- Mechanical design/packaging of multilayer circuit card assemblies
- Product prototype & test
- Knowledge of engineering development processes
- Solid understanding of design for assembly and integration in complex optomechanical devices including tolerance stack analysis
- Comfortable with handson laboratory work and use of instrumentation equipment processes and hand tools
- Experience in preparing and maintaining drawings procedures work instructions and Bill of Materials in an environment of complete document and configuration control
- Familiarity with MIL specs & standards industry standards including ASTM SAE DOD NASA
- Preparation and presentation of customer review presentations
- Must be able to obtain/maintain a US Government security clearance if one is required to perform the job responsibilities.
Working Conditions
Primarily an engineering design function with office and laboratory working conditions.
Physical Requirements
Primarily an engineering design function with few physical requirements.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location this position may be responsible for the and maintenance of the ISOand/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
CultureCommitment
Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR) applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)3 or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
