Senior Mechanical Analyst

Cubic Transportation Systems; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Cubic Corporation in Durham, North Carolina is seeking a Senior Mechanical Analyst to tackle advanced mechanical challenges and support DoD programs. You will analyze components, run FEA, and design fixtures for assembly and testing, collaborating across disciplines.

The role requires significant experience with ANSYS Mechanical and SOLIDWORKS, with DoD clearance eligibility, and a track record of delivering robust, cost-conscious designs for defense applications.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Significant experience with ANSYS Mechanical FEA simulation tools and SOLIDWORKS 3-D CAD.
• Must be eligible for DoD security clearance.

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 drawings outlining performance.
• Direct and participate in iterative design processes, incorporating feedback from a variety of sources.
• 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.

Skills

ANSYS Mechanical

SOLIDWORKS

Data analysis

DoD security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

SOLIDWORKS 3-D CAD

Job description

## Senior Mechanical AnalystApply: Durham, North Carolina: Full time: Posted Yesterday: REQ\\_49969# **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.*