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FIBERTEK, INC.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

FIBERTEK, INC., Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070

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Req Id: 175 Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer Location: Herndon, VA - Herndon, VA 20171 US (Primary)

Job Description Fibertek is a leading developer of laser and electro-optic systems for the aerospace community, with key contributions to lasers for atmospheric sensing, laser communications, and lidar sensors for NASA, DoD, and commercial customers. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Mechanical Engineering Department onsite in Herndon, VA. As the Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will design and develop complex laser and electro-optical systems for military and/or aerospace applications. Duties include project team technical leadership from project inception through delivery. The responsibilities require full knowledge of military/aerospace design cycles and general design requirements and development of robust design solutions to meet laser performance specifications. Duties would also include creating detailed CAD models and drawings, analyzing systems thermally and structurally, initiating procurements, supporting assembly and testing of systems, preparing technical reports, and participating in design review meetings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Leading technical team efforts to create mechanical system laser design solutions and architecture.

Detailing design CAD models and drawings.

Analyzing systems thermally and structurally

Initiating procurements.

Supporting assembly and testing of systems.

Preparing technical reports.

Leading design review meetings.

Creating new concepts in support of business development opportunities.

Job Requirements Experience and Expertise Required

Experience in the design and analysis of electro-optical systems for military and/or aerospace applications

Experience in the design of thermal control systems, packaging of electronics, precision mechanisms, and sealed enclosures

Expertise in Creo software

Experience with ANSYS software a plus

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

On-site only

BS in Mechanical Engineering required, MS preferred

15 years relevant experience minimum

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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