Mechanical Engineer, Electro-Optical Systems

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to advance state-of-the-art mechanical and electro-mechanical systems for aerospace, defense, and related applications. Responsibilities span ideation, design, analysis, fabrication, integration, and testing across multiple environments.

Candidates should have 4+ years of Solidworks experience, proficiency in CFD/FEA (AnSYS Icepak), and a background in thermal analyses, GD&T, and 2D/3D modeling. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute complex mechanical packaging tasks, including sensor integration and thermal/power management.
• Conduct detailed mechanical and electro-mechanical design studies and requirements analysis.
• Lead mechanical simulation, analysis and test tasks including thermal, shock, vibration, and reliability testing.
• Prepare technical data packages and direct other engineers/drafters.
• Design and document using 2D/3D modeling tools; generate performance criteria with the project lead.
• Translate requirements into architectures for subsystems and complete systems.
• Oversee fabrication and manufacturing of prototypes; develop or contribute to reports and proposals.
• Design tools/processes to accelerate project objectives; mentor junior staff.
• Significantly contribute to white papers and competitive proposals.

Skills

Solidworks

CFD/FEA

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

Project management

Thermal analysis

System integration

Leadership

Fabrication experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Icepak

GD&T

ANSI drawings

Job description

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to advance state-of-the-art mechanical and electro-mechanical systems for aerospace, defense, and related applications. Responsibilities span ideation, design, analysis, fabrication, integration, and testing across multiple environments.

Candidates should have 4+ years of Solidworks experience, proficiency in CFD/FEA (AnSYS Icepak), and a background in thermal analyses, GD&T, and 2D/3D modeling. U.S.