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OverviewExciting opportunity for an Opto-Mechanical Engineer to provide technical support over diverse Electro-Optical (EO) product development and sustainment projects to include various defense and airborne systems. This opportunity requires initiative and creativity along with a foundation in electro-optics, opto-mechanics, and electro-mechanical system integration.You will analyze and develop solutions to complex problems, and independently perform tasks critical to the success of the engineering department. You will also support substantial proposal and marketing initiatives, and perform research and development work to support long-term strategic objectives of ESA.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include opto-mechanical system concept development, opto-mechanical system architecture, opto-mechanical system trade-off analysis, requirements definition and flow down, detailed opto-mechanical design, test and evaluation of opto-mechanical and EO performance parameters at both the component and system level. Successful candidates are expected to present a track record of the following essential functions:
Skilled in the use of solid modeling CAD tools, specifically SolidWorks. Industrial Design/Human Factors is a plus.
Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing methods and conventions in accordance with ASME Y14.5-2009.
Fundamental modeling and analytical understanding of static and dynamic mechanical properties (e.g. stress, torque, natural frequency, damping, thermal expansion, etc.)
Specification and design of electro-mechanical mechanisms and components (positioning systems, zoom lenses, focus/FOV changing mechanisms, etc.)
Line-of-sight analysis
System light-weighting techniques/ materials/ trade off analyses
Passive athermalization techniques/ designs
Hermetic and Environmental Seal design
Electro-Optics System packaging & Integration
Knowledge of advanced materials: alloys, composites, ceramics, thermoplastics, epoxies
Knowledge of advanced manufacturing methods: EDM, rapid prototyping, casting and molding, laser cutting, brazing, etc.
Familiarity with advanced metrology tools including CMM's, ESS chambers, LabView, shake tables, etc.
Ability to generate required documentation including detailed drawings, design reports, assembly procedures, bills-of-material, test procedures, etc.
Thermal/ structural analysis: use of analytical tools including FEA, specifically ANSYS Workbench.
Familiarity with optical design tools desirable (Zemax preferred), but not essential
Support workforce planning activities.
Support bid and proposal activities.
Develops new or improved department processes.
MS Office, including MS Project & Visio
Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred) or an equivalent scientific discipline with 14 or more years of applicable experience in opto-mechanical engineering.
Requires hands-on opto-mechanical design skills and broad capabilities in the area of mechanical engineering.
Specific theoretical and experienced-based knowledge of opto-mechanical system design for Electro Optics assemblies in addition to a firm foundation in mechanical engineering.
ABOUT ELBIT SYSTEMS OF AMERICAElbit Systems of America (ESA) is a world leader in the design and manufacture of avionics flight instruments, technologically sophisticated defense systems and diagnostic medical instrumentation. ESA combines the close-knit teamwork and high visibility of a small company with the stability and resources only a large company can provide. Add in our employee-friendly corporate culture and great southern New Hampshire lifestyle, and you'll see why joining ESA could be the best move of your career.What we offerElbit Systems of America offers medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; HSAs and FSAs, matching 401k; vacation, sick and holiday pay; tuition reimbursement; training & development opportunities.ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
