On‑Site Principal Mechanical Engineer – Opto‑Mechanical Systems

Attalon, Inc.; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Attalon, Inc. is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Beavercreek, OH. This on-site role involves developing precision opto-mechanical subsystems for advanced defense technologies, leading design initiatives and ensuring compliance with rigorous performance standards.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in mechanical engineering, working with opto-mechanical systems, and proficiency in CAD software, particularly SOLIDWORKS. This position offers a unique opportunity to support national security initiatives through cutting-edge engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of related experience in a professional role with a Bachelor’s degree or related discipline.
• Minimum of seven years of experience with a Master’s degree or three years with a Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Experience with optomechanical systems and optical principles.
• Hands-on experience in assembly and testing of precision mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical leadership and mentor cross-functional teams.
• Lead product design and development activities.
• Develop and maintain system-level CAD models.
• Conduct structural and thermal analyses for compliance.
• Collaborate with program management for project planning.
• Support manufacturing to ensure cost and quality objectives are met.

Skills

Technical leadership

Opto-Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

3D CAD software (SOLIDWORKS)

Advanced materials knowledge

Optical System Design

Thermal analysis methods

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Master's degree in relevant field

Ph.D. in relevant field

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

Femap/NX Nastran

Simcenter 3D

Mathcad

MATLAB

Star CCM+

Job description

Attalon, Inc. is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Beavercreek, OH. This on-site role involves developing precision opto-mechanical subsystems for advanced defense technologies, leading design initiatives and ensuring compliance with rigorous performance standards.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in mechanical engineering, working with opto-mechanical systems, and proficiency in CAD software, particularly SOLIDWORKS. This position offers a unique opportunity to support national security initiatives through cutting-edge engineering.