Robotics Mechanical Engineer

Teledyne FLIR; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne FLIR Defense seeks a strong Mechanical Engineer to design world‑class robotic systems for military, law enforcement and first responder missions. You will craft mechanical architectures for electromechanical assemblies, develop 3D CAD models, and contribute to testing and validation across cross‑functional teams.

You will set up and analyze tests, drive root‑cause resolution, and support the integration of rugged unmanned ground systems with electrical, software, and manufacturing

Qualifications

• BSME or higher from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of experience developing electromechanical systems.
• Experience with 3D CAD and mechanical design best practices.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Apply mechanical engineering knowledge to analysis, development, design, integration, testing, and production of unmanned ground systems.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical issues; apply ASME GD&T standards.
• Develop mechanical layouts and detailed part design using 3D CAD.
• Support root cause analysis and rapid resolution of design problems.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, systems, manufacturing, and operations teams.

Skills

3D CAD

Thermal design

Mechanical design

Kinematics & dynamics

Technical communication

Education

BSME or higher

Tools

Creo Parametric

Creo Simulate

PTC Windchill

ANSYS

ASME GD&T

Job description

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description About Teledyne FLIR Defense Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting-edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better. We're looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries. If you’re mission-driven to globally collaborate on solutions that can change the battlefield and save lives, we invite you to explore our current opportunities. #AnyThreatAnywhere

We are seeking a strong, talented, self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team in creating world class robotic systems for use in military, law enforcement, and first responder missions.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will have responsibility for the mechanical architecture of parts and assemblies used in robotics applications. Leveraging your experience in the design of complex electromechanical systems, you will contribute to the development of sophisticated and innovative new products for the unmanned defense and security marketplace. Traversing difficult terrain, manipulating explosives, and autonomously navigating unexplored territory are all in a day’s work for our suite of robots. The Unmanned Ground Systems Team develops the solutions that make this possible. You will provide mechanical engineering support to design teams engaged in the development and manufacture of robotic systems. Through application of skills in 3D CAD design you will complete mechanical layouts and detailed part design.

You will develop product system test methods, including setting up, conducting, analyzing and clearly documenting results of prototype and product testing. You will utilize analytical tools to select optimal architecture and verify that subsystems meet design intent. Finally, you will support methodical root cause analysis and rapid resolution of design and development issues.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Apply technical knowledge and skills in mechanical systems to the analysis, development, design, integration, testing, and production of unmanned ground systems. Investigate and resolve mechanical issues found within our systems. Apply formal mechanical engineering best practices and processes. Support the continuous improvement of existing products. Specify materials to be chemically compatible with the appropriate environment. Research new technologies to solve unique engineering problems. Work with cross functional teams comprising the disciplines of electrical, software, systems, manufacturing, and operations.

Required Experience BSME or higher from an accredited college or university. 5+ years of relevant experience developing electromechanical systems. Experience with 3D CAD package. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects and meet aggressive goals. Strong written and oral communication skills (specs, test plans, reports, white papers, etc.). Experience with Thermal Design and Analysis. Knowledge of injection molding, CNC machined parts and sheet metal part design.

Preferred Experience MSME from an accredited college or university. Technical experience in a robotics related field. Proficiency with Creo Parametric 3D CAD software. Experience with analysis software. Knowledge of injection molding, CNC machined parts and sheet metal part design. Design and development of rugged, reliable systems for military applications. ASME drafting standards, dimensional management methods and ASME Y14.5-2009 GD&T standard. Well versed in rapid prototyping methods Experience with Product Lifecycle Management tools (PTC Windchill 10.1 or newer) Small mechanism design, especially gears, bearings, wheels, linkages, etc. Kinematics & dynamics analysis methods. Structural design, stress & fatigue analysis with Creo Simulate or ANSYS.

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce. #FLIR Salary Range: $90,800.00-$121,100.000 The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day. Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.