Mechanical Simulation Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural, thermal, and dynamic simulations for RF systems and electronic assemblies using a suite of Altair (now Siemens) simulation tools (Hypermesh, Optistruct, RADIOSS, Hyperlife), and SolidWorks Simulation.
• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate:
  • Thermal performance and heat dissipation
  • Thermo-Structural integrity
  • Shock and vibration survivability
  • Fatigue/Durability
  • Environmental requirements under MIL-STD-810 and related conditions
• Develop and validate simulation models through correlation with environment, thermal, and vibration test data
• Collaborate with RF, mechanical, and electrical, and systems engineers to optimize designs for Weight, Manufacturability, Reliability, Environmental performance, RF compatibility
• Support the design and packaging of high-reliability electronic and RF hardware for aerospace and defense applications
• Participate in technical and customer design reviews, presenting analysis results, and engineering recommendations
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, analysis reports, and test correlation data
• Support root-cause investigations and troubleshooting activities during integration and test
• Ensure compliance with ITAR, customer requirements, and applicable industry and military standards

Qualifications

• Must have U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in aerospace, defense, electronics packaging, or related industries
• Strong experience performing structural, thermal, and vibration simulation on complex assemblies
• Proficiency with simulation tools such as Altair (now Siemens) Software Suite (Preferred)
• Strong understanding of FEA concepts & methodologies
• Thermal management techniques
• Shock and vibration analysis
• High-temperature material options and performance
• Experience working with MIL-STD-810 and/or DO-160 environmental requirements
• Proficiency with mechanical CAD tools, SolidWorks preferred
• Extensive knowledge of ASME Y14.5 and GD&T
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary development environment