Mechanical Engineer II in Longmont

Energy Jobline ZR; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 Weeks of Paid Time Off

10 Paid Company Observed Holidays

Birthday & Anniversary Incentives

401K Employer Match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Company-paid Short & Long-term

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Generous Referral Program

Job summary

Vitesse Systems in Longmont, Colorado seeks a Mechanical Engineer II to design and analyze components and assemblies ensuring structural integrity. You will collaborate with RF and Manufacturing Engineering to deliver manufacturable products for internal and external customers.

The role emphasizes design using SolidWorks, FEM/NASTRAN analysis, and documentation, with an expectation to support production and R&D and to drive continuous improvement in a high-tech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering.
• At least 2 years of related design experience within aerospace.
• SolidWorks or similar CAD experience preferred.
• Experience with NEi/NX Nastran, Femap or similar analysis tools.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes including CNC machining and 3D printing.
• Project management skills to support production engineering.
• Ability to present technical information to internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design hardware based on customer specifications using SolidWorks.
• Perform static, dynamic, and thermoelastic analyses per specs.
• Collaborate with RF, Manufacturing, and Production for manufacturability.
• Prepare documentation for design and analysis activities.
• Review drawings using GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Support production, testing, and R&D activities as needed.
• Assist sales with hours estimates and mockups for proposals.

Skills

Aerospace design experience

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

EPDM

NEi/NX Nastran

Femap

3D Printing

CNC Machining

ERP systems

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Vitesse Systems is looking for a Mechanical Engineer IIto join the team in Longmont, Colorado! The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing and analyzing components and assemblies with a keen eye for structural integrity. The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with RF Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to deliver innovative and manufacturable products for our internal and external customers.

About Vitesse Systems

Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.

Our Core Values

Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.

Our Benefits

• 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
• Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
• 401K Employer Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short & Long-term
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
• Generous Referral Program

The Role

The primary responsibility of the Mechanical Engineer is to design and analyze component and assemblies, while ensuring structural integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design hardware based on customer specifications using SolidWorks
• Closely collaborate with RF, Manufacturing, and Production to ensure design for manufacturability.
• Perform static and dynamic analyses (modal, static, random vibration, and thermoelastic) on designed hardware based on customer specifications using NEi/NX Nastran and Femap
• Work with QA to resolve non-conformances as they apply to design
• Create and maintain proper documentation associated with the design and analysis of the hardware
• Communicate technical information internally and with customers and vendors
• Support production and test of the hardware
• Troubleshoot hardware as needed
• Support R&D test and design activities
• Support the Sales Team with hours estimates and mockups for proposals
• Review and approve drawings using GD&T, including tolerance stack-up analysis where required
• Adhere to government regulations, industry standards and internal guidelines to produce quality hardware in a quality setting
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 2 years of related design experience within the aerospace industry required.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering.
• SolidWorks or similar CAD experience desired.
• EPDM experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of ERP systems is desired.
• NEi/NX Nastran, Femap, or similar analysis software experience
• Familiarity with composite structural design
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, including CNC machining and 3D Printing
• Experience assembling and delivering technical presentation to internal and external stakeholders.
• Project management skills, particularly with respect to delivering engineering content necessary to support the production process.

Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who:

• Is not a United States
• Is not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.
• Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)

Vitesse Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff 1 ™ nitive Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer.