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Mechanical Engineer - Structural/Thermal Analysis

BAE Systems

Merrimack, NHHybridFull-time$150–254K/yrPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$150–254K/yr
Location
Merrimack, NHHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

BAE Systems is hiring a Mechanical Engineer - Structural/Thermal Analysis. BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Mechanical Analyst to support EO/IR/RF, precision pointing, and countermeasures-based products. The selected candidate will join the Mechanical Analysis Capability Group, a cross-sector team applying extensive knowledge to understand and predict mechanical phenomena. This role involves technical leadership, analysis planning, and execution, with opportunities to mentor less experienced engineers.

Key focus areas include Provide technical leadership and high quality mechanical analysis to programs, Plan and execute analysis activities with program engineers and managers, and Lead a small team, if required.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 6+ Years Relevant Experience, and Eligibility DoD Secret Clearance. Important skills include Mechanical Analysis, Structural Analysis, Thermal Analysis, Classical Methods, Finite Element Methods, and Siemens Simcenter 3D/NX. Preferred (not required): Structural Design Of Electronics, Thermal Design Of Electronics, Assess Solder Joint Survivability, and Low-Cycle Creep Fatigue.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical AnalysisStructural AnalysisThermal AnalysisClassical MethodsFinite Element MethodsSiemens Simcenter 3D/NXNASTRANAnsys MechanicalAnsys IcepakTechnical LeadershipPlan Analysis ActivitiesExecute Analysis ActivitiesLead Small TeamCreate Finite Element ModelsPost-Process Finite Element ModelsCollaborate With Design EngineersOptimize System DesignsDocument Analysis MethodsPresent Analysis MethodsMentor EngineersReview Program Work ProductsModal AnalysisRandom Vibration AnalysisShock AnalysisStatic Analyses of StructuresSteady-State Heat Transfer AnalysesTransient Heat Transfer AnalysesClear Oral CommunicationClear Written CommunicationPositive AttitudeWork Effectively on a TeamStructural Design of ElectronicsThermal Design of ElectronicsAssess Solder Joint SurvivabilityLow-Cycle Creep FatigueHigh-Cycle Vibration FatigueSTOP ModelingSigfitCode VZEMAXComposite MaterialsExplicit DynamicsComputational Fluid Dynamics

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering6 Years Relevant ExperienceEligibility to Obtain DoD Security Clearance at Secret Level8 Years Relevant ExperienceActive Secret DoD Security Clearance Within Last Two Years

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

  • We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Analyst to support our EO/IR/RF, precision pointing, and countermeasures-based products and related technologies. If selected you will be part of the Mechanical Analysis Capability Group, a cross-sector team of full-time analysts who apply their extensive knowledge and expertise to understand and predict a wide range of mechanical phenomena.Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical leadership and high quality mechanical analysis to local (NH-based) programs, as well as other programs in the ES portfolio (remote support).

  • Plan and execute analysis activities with program engineers and managers, and lead a small team, if required.

  • Perform structural and thermal analyses using classical methods 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.

  • Collaborate with design engineers from various disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Optical, and Systems) to optimize system designs across Electronic Systems full portfolio of products.

  • Document and present analysis methods, results, and conclusions to internal and external customers.

  • Mentor less experienced engineers and part-time analysts, and review program work products.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience

  • Experience performing modal, random vibration, shock, and static analyses of structures

  • Experience performing steady-state and transient heat transfer analyses

  • Eligibility to obtain a DoD Security Clearance at the Secret level

  • Clear communication both oral and written and a positive attitude.

  • Ability to work effectively on a team either on-site or remotely.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Master s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience.

  • Experience structural and thermal design of electronics

  • Experience assessing solder joint survivability for low-cycle creep fatigue, high-cycle vibration fatigue, and shock

  • Active Secret DoD Security Clearance within the last two years.

  • Familiarity (even limited) with Structural, Thermal, Optical performance (STOP) modeling using Sigfit and Code V or ZEMAX.

  • Experience (even limited) with composite materials, explicit dynamics, or computational fluid dynamics.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, 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.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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