Senior Mechanical Analyst

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

Job summary

Cubic Defense, a business unit of Cubic Corporation, seeks a Mechanical Analyst in Durham, NC, to tackle complex engineering challenges with advanced evaluation methods and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The role requires strong ANSYS FEA and SOLIDWORKS CAD skills, a Bachelor’s degree with extensive related experience, and eligibility for DoD security clearance. Expect responsibilities across design, testing, and process optimization in a defense environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of related experience, or 5+ years with a Master’s, or PhD with 3+ years experience.
• Experience with ANSYS Mechanical FEA and SOLIDWORKS CAD.
• Eligible for DoD security clearance.
• Strong data evaluation and method selection skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the mechanical performance and survivability of components under fabrication and usage.
• Perform FEA Analysis of parts including shock, vibration, temperature cycling, power handling, and structural.
• Formulate testing protocols for mechanical and environmental testing and interpret results to guide improvements.
• Prepare and present reports outlining performance and participate in iterative design processes with cross-disciplinary input.
• Advise on manufacturing changes to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Create mechanical designs and drawings for assembly, test, and fabrication fixtures.
• Design assembly flows to meet customer requirements with manufacturing input.
• Support international standards of operations (AS9100) compliance.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical FEA

SOLIDWORKS 3-D CAD

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, 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.
• Provide 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

Company Commitment

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.

Cubic creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation that make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities that help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global challenges through innovation and service to our customers and partners. We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD).

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid disability (company continues full pay and benefits for up to six weeks)
• Life insurance options
• Critical illness and accident coverages
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre-paid legal plan
• Travel accident insurance
• Award-winning well-being program which includes an employer-funded lifestyle spending account
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave
• 401k Retirement Plan with a company match
• Backup childcare
• Pet care
• Pet insurance
• Virtual tutoring
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Many locations follow a 9/80 work schedule with time-off policies to help encourage employees to take time for rest and relaxation
• Full-time salaried employees are eligible to participate in Cubic’s flexible time-off arrangement
• Part-time and hourly employees accrue paid time-off (PTO)/Sick leave at a rate of 5.23 hours bi-weekly
• Employees receive 11 paid holidays throughout the calendar year

Diversity and Inclusion

With a presence in over 60 countries and more than 5,000 employees worldwide, Cubic is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable law.

For more information on Equal Employment please visit: http://www.cubic.com/Careers/Applicant-Help To learn more, visit Cubic.com. Follow us on LinkedIn!