Senior Mechanical Analyst

Cubic Corporation; Brassfield (NC); On-site; USD 127,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Cubic Defense in the United States is seeking a Mechanical Analyst to tackle advanced engineering challenges using cross-disciplinary insights. You will analyze components, run FEA, and shape designs and test plans to ensure producibility and reliability.

The role requires experience with ANSYS Mechanical and SOLIDWORKS, and eligibility for DoD security clearance. Collaboration across teams and input from manufacturing will be essential aspects of the work.

Qualifications

• Typically requires significant experience with ANSYS Mechanical FEA and SOLIDWORKS CAD.
• Proven ability to analyze data and select appropriate methods.
• Eligibility for DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze mechanical performance and survivability of components under fabrication and use.
• Perform FEA on parts including shock, vibration, temperature cycling, and power handling.
• Develop testing protocols and interpret results to guide improvements.
• Prepare reports and presentations on performance.
• Advise on manufacturing changes to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Create mechanical designs and drawings for assembly and fixtures.
• Support AS9100 related compliance.

Skills

ANSYS Mechanical FEA

SOLIDWORKS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Business Unit:

Cubic Defense

Company Details:

A Mechanical Analyst applies in-depth professional knowledge and company objectives to tackle complex engineering challenges. The role handles projects or assignments requiring advanced technical evaluations, often determining methods and procedures for new work. The position leverages cross-disciplinary insights and exercises judgment in adapting or developing sophisticated techniques. The role networks with key contacts outside the immediate area of expertise, frequently advising others on complex mechanical issues.

Job Details:

A Mechanical Analyst applies in-depth professional knowledge and company objectives to tackle complex engineering challenges. The role handles projects or assignments requiring advanced technical evaluations, often determining methods and procedures for new work. The position leverages cross-disciplinary insights and exercises judgment in adapting or developing sophisticated techniques. The role networks with key contacts outside the immediate area of expertise, frequently advising others on complex mechanical issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze the mechanical performance and survivability of unique electrical components under fabrication and usage conditions and ensure producibility.
• Perform FEA Analysis of parts, including shock, vibration, temperature cycling, power handling, and structural.
• Formulate comprehensive testing protocols for mechanical and environmental testing, interpreting results to guide improvements.
• Prepare and present reports and presentations outlining performance
• Direct and participate in iterative design processes, incorporating feedback from a variety of sources and disciplines.
• Advise on and recommend manufacturing changes to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Complete mechanical designs and drawings for assembly, test, and fabrication fixtures.
• Design assembly flows and processes to meet customer requirements with input from manufacturing.
• Provides required support for international standards of operations (AS9100) compliance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 5 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience with ANSYS Mechanical FEA simulation tools and SOLIDWORKS 3-D CAD.
• Proven track record of successfully evaluating complex data and selecting methods to achieve results.
• Must be eligible for DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in microfabrication, RF electronics, or electronics assembly in the defense/Satcom area.
• Familiarity with reliability engineering topics.
• Experience with environmental test lab equipment and test planning (temp cycling, shock and vibe, etc.)

Cubic Pay Range:

$127,000.00 - $147,000.00 + benefits.

The Cubic pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Worker Type: Employee

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.