Senior Mechanical Engineer (Design/Analysis)

About the role

We are seeking a proven leader with Mechanical Engineering and Finite Element Analysis experience to support the development of our next generation of Electronic Systems at our site in Totowa, NJ. This is state-of-the-art work surrounded by talented and dedicated professionals. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assess detailed design and analyses, including thermal and structural, using both classical and finite element methods
• Create and post-process Finite Element Models (FEM) ranging from sub-component level to the system level using Siemens Simcenter 3D/NX, NASTRAN, Ansys Mechanical, and Ansys Icepak
• Generate and assess designs against environmental requirements and generate prototypes for test and verification efforts
• Develop robust and novel thermal/structural hardware solutions to meet demanding customer requirements
• Generate and assess 3D solid models, utilize GD&T principles, and perform tolerance analyses to ensure fit and function
• Lead multi-discipline, state-of-the-art hardware teams through hardware engineering design and development
• Lead critical design review activities for program success
• Employ your expertise, decision skills, and independent judgment in technical areas
• Communicate essential information and coordinate with other engineering disciplines, Procurement, Operations, and Program Management
• Support program capture and proposal teams with hardware baselines that include development and cost/schedule estimates

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 4+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong background in mechanical engineering with expertise in CAD design tools and Finite Element Analysis
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Experience working with integrated military electronic hardware and related test equipment
• Ability to work individually and in small team environments
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to execute complex projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 4+ years’ experience with PTC Creo (formerly Pro/Engineer)
• 4+ years’ experience with ANSYS Mechanical, Icepak, and/or Electronics Desktop for both structural and thermal analysis of airborne electronics hardware
• 4+ years’ experience with Siemens Simcenter 3D/NX and/or NASTRAN
• Knowledge/experience with manufacturing, production, and sustainment of mechanical systems and hardware
• Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) principles
• Experience with Model Based Engineering (MBE) / Model Based Definition (MBD) / Digital Engineering
• Active Secret Clearance

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $105,827 - $179,906. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Legal plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave
• Employee recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
• Other incentives based on position level and job specifics

About the company

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company delivering products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics, with products and capabilities spanning from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space.