Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

07 Nov 2024
Arizona, Tucson, 85701 Tucson USA

Mechanical Engineer

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Excellent Direct Hire opportunity in Tucson, AZ!

Position Summary:
Seeking a Mechanical Engineer with recent experience in the design, fabrication, and test of mechanical and opto-mechanical systems, preferably to include imaging systems, sensors, lasers, gimbal, and tracking mounts. We build hardware for ground systems (fixed), vehicles (mobile), and spacecraft. Familiarity with modern design tools is a must.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Produce mechanical concepts and designs for a wide variety of hardware and projects.
  • Work with machine shops and vendors to complete fabrication of designs.
  • See designs through to successful integration and test.
  • Use investigative and trouble-shooting skills to assess issues and develop resolutions in the lab and in the field.
  • Work proactively to complete tasks with some modest direction.
  • Communicate effectively with project management, customers, and team members across disciplines.
  • Contribute to program and customer meetings and reviews.
  • Attend technical interchange meetings with team members and other project personnel, and represent the organization in matters pertaining to the development of projects.
  • Provide status on assigned tasks and program schedules. Provide document review and resolve technical engineering and integration issues.
  • Manage time and resources in order to meet assigned deadlines.


Required Qualifications/Skills:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering.
  • Experience with SolidWorks or CREO (Pro/Engineer).
  • Experience with mechanical design associated with optical and electro-optical systems.
  • Hands-on expertise with optical systems, telescope systems, laser systems, and/or space systems.
  • Experience designing optical mounts for use in various demanding applications and environments.
  • Team player incorporating a team-based success philosophy.
  • Experience performing and working in a dynamic and high-visibility role.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and sound problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to support travel as required, including working off-site.

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with FEA/FEM.
  • Experience in implementation and understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
  • Experience as an REA (Responsible Engineering Authority) or familiarity with documentation process controls.


EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

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Job Details

  • ID
    JC22325809
  • State
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  • Job type
    Permanent
  • Salary
    N/A
  • Hiring Company
    Apex Systems
  • Date
    2021-11-06
  • Deadline
    2022-01-04
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