Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer, Telescope Systems

Attalon, Inc.; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 88,600 - 151,600; Full time

Job summary

Attalon, Inc. in Longmont, Colorado is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer responsible for the design and integration of high-performance opto-mechanical systems. This role requires leading teams in CAD modeling, performing analyses, and collaborating across engineering disciplines.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering along with substantial experience in structural and mechanical engineering, particularly in precision systems. The offered salary range is from $88,600 to $151,600.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• Understanding of precision mechanism design and hands-on hardware assembly experience.
• Experience in optical systems design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of telescope structures and mounts.
• Perform FEA for various analyses.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead design teams.
• Coordinate across disciplines to ensure compliance.

Skills

Structural mechanical engineering

Precision opto-mechanical systems

CAD (SolidWorks preferred)

FEA (NX Nastran or SimCenter)

Thermal, structural and dynamic analysis

Opto-mechanical tolerancing (GD&T)

Knowledge of materials selection

Interpersonal and communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Master’s degree in Optical Sciences or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

NX Nastran

SimCenter

Job description

Attalon, Inc. in Longmont, Colorado is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer responsible for the design and integration of high-performance opto-mechanical systems. This role requires leading teams in CAD modeling, performing analyses, and collaborating across engineering disciplines.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering along with substantial experience in structural and mechanical engineering, particularly in precision systems. The offered salary range is from $88,600 to $151,600.