Senior Mechanical Engineer / Structural Engineer

Compositeradomes; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Compositeradomes is seeking a skilled Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development of composite radome structures. You will apply ANSYS FEA and CATIA CAD to drive design, analysis, and manufacturing support.

The role includes mentoring junior engineers and coordinating cross-functional efforts to enhance production quality and reduce costs. The ideal candidate has a BS in Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years in manufacturing engineering, with strong leadership, analytical,

Qualifications

• BS ME with strong practical manufacturing experience.
• Must have demonstrated excellence in engineering analysis and design.
• Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex mechanical product development for composite radome structures using ANSYS and CATIA.
• Perform FEA, structural evaluations, and simulations as required.
• Design mechanical, structural, and electrical elements and support manufacturing.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive quality and cost reductions.
• Coordinate with teams to implement production improvements and train staff.
• Diagnose production issues and recommend productivity-enhancing solutions.
• Propose materials and equipment to improve quality and efficiency.

Education

BS ME

Tools

ANSYS FEA/CFD

CATIA CAD

Manufacturing engineering

Job description

Full Time, M-F 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, overtime as needed

Location

The Role

Lead complex mechanical product development for composite radome structures, including design, analysis, and manufacturing support using ANSYS and CATIA.

Responsibilities

• Perform finite element analysis (FEA), structural evaluations, and other engineering simulations as required using ANSYS
• Design engineering including mechanical, structural, and electrical
• Mentoring of junior engineers
• Manufacturing engineering, ensuring quality work is done in a safe, efficient manner
• Coordinating with others to develop improvements in production quality and cost reductions
• Diagnosing problems in production and providing recommendations and training
• Recommending any materials and equipment required to improve productivity, efficiency, or quality

Preferred Skills

• Superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong leadership abilities
• Superb written and verbal communication skills
• Experience developing manufacturing aids, jigs, fixtures, and process instructions
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 or other QMS practices

Qualifications & Experience

Required qualifications:

• BS ME with a minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience with ANSYS FEA / CFD analysis software
• Minimum 5 years of experience with CATIA CAD software
• U.S. citizen capable of obtaining and/or maintaining a DoD Security Clearance