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Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This full-time Mechanical Engineer role is an on-site position based in Las Vegas, NV, focused on the design, development, and testing of mechanical systems for advanced electro-optical products. You will collaborate closely with Electrical, Optical, Firmware, and Manufacturing teams to translate innovative concepts into robust, production-ready designs. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge space-related technologies while working in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for advanced electro-optical products, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Perform structural, thermal, and dynamic analyses using finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools to validate and optimize designs.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D engineering drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD, adhering to industry standards and internal design practices.
• Support system integration and testing of mechanical and electro-optical assemblies, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are optimized for machining, additive manufacturing, and other production methods.
• Contribute to prototype builds, design reviews, and iterative development cycles, incorporating feedback and test data into continuous design improvements.
• Apply opto-mechanical design principles to support the integration of optical and mechanical components where required.
• Document design decisions, analysis results, and test outcomes to support traceability and future design enhancements.

Essential Skills

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience with FEA, CFD, and simulation tools for mechanical analysis, with demonstrated capability at an 8/10 proficiency level.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks at a 7/10 level, including 3D modeling and preparation of detailed engineering drawings.
• At least 3 years of experience in thermal design and thermal analysis for mechanical systems.
• At least 3 years of experience in dynamic analysis of mechanical structures and systems.
• Recent (within the past one to two years) experience designing for machining, additive manufacturing, or other production methods.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD at a 7/10 level for creating and modifying 2D drawings and layouts.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical design, including structural, thermal, and dynamic considerations.
• Experience using FEA tools for structural and dynamic analysis and CFD software for thermal and fluid flow analysis.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including Electrical, Optical, Firmware, and Manufacturing engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is a plus.
• Experience with electro-optical systems is highly desirable.
• Experience in military or aerospace research and development projects is a strong plus.
• Experience with opto-mechanical design and integration of optical components into mechanical assemblies is beneficial.
• Interest in working on innovative space-related technologies and products.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to apply simulation results to practical design decisions.
• Ability to participate in and contribute to design reviews, providing clear technical rationale and documentation.
• Motivation to pursue continued education and skill development, supported by tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Las Vegas, NV.

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

I have benefits on hand as a PDF to send to candidates

This is a fully onsite position in Las Vegas,NV.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

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