Senior Mechanical Engineer - job 2 of 7
Skills
- Advanced mechanical design and system architecture
- Proficiency in CAD and producing high-quality engineering drawings
- Material selection, component sizing, and system-level design
- Thermal and structural analysis experience
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root-cause capabilities
- Hands-on fabrication and prototyping skills
- Ability to integrate electronics (motors, controllers, sensors) into mechanical systems
- Experience with machining, sheet metal, injection molding, and 3D printing
- Knowledge of GD&T and relevant industry standards
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Responsibilities
- Own hardware development from concept through deployment and production
- Design and develop cutting-edge infrared and imaging sensors
- Apply first-principles physics to drive design and engineering decisions
- Build prototypes, perform failure analysis, and iterate designs
- Support customer hardware demonstrations and test campaigns
- Contribute to optical system design and implementation
- Define top-level system architecture and perform trade studies
- Execute detailed opto-mechanical and electro-mechanical designs
- Mentor junior engineers, lead small teams, and manage project budgets
- Travel to test sites as required
Education
- BS in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required; MS acceptable with equivalent experience
- Relevant coursework or training in thermal/structural analysis and optics preferred
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with low or no cost for US roles
- Company-covered life and disability insurance
- Generous PTO and holiday hiatus in December
- Family planning and fertility support (IVF, preservation, adoption, gestational carriers)
- 24/7 mental health resources and wellness services
- Professional development reimbursement annually
- Commuter benefits and possible relocation assistance
- 401(k) and retirement savings options for US roles
- Highly competitive equity grants included for most full-time offers
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