Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Photonics team-- we are expanding! Our laser communications technology is helping NASA provide high-definition video from the International Space Station, and to explore asteroids 250 million miles away. Our other optical technology can also help scientists discover biohazards; support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions; and protect soldiers from explosive devices. Do you have a passion for innovation? Apply now and join the team!

Responsibilities:

• Support the design of photonic hardware.
• Under limited direction design the packaging for complex subsystems with photonic, optoelectronic, electrical, and mechanical elements for R&D and production programs for U.S. government customers.
• Design and develop high-precision electro-mechanical systems for various optical or photonic applications, including laser communication systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and software elements
• Select appropriate motors, sensors, and other components for mechatronic systems
• Develop and integrate control systems for precise motion control and stabilization
• Design and analyze the packaging of complex subsystems using software tools.
• Produce build-to drawings and data packages and collaborate with and manage 3rd party vendors to resolve specification, performance, and reliability issues and realize the commercial and custom-machined parts necessary to build the subsystem.
• Lead the effort to transition the design into limited volume production, including development of assembly processes and writing of build procedures.
• Collaborate with hardware designers to jointly optimize circuit card layout.
• May lead a team of other designers and engineering professionals
• May directly supervise lab technicians

Qualifications:

Required:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
• Proficient use of computer-aided design and analysis software, with SolidWorks strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of finite element modeling.
• Experience in the design of complex subsystems with optical, photonic, optoelectronic, electrical, and mechanical elements.
• Experience in electronic subassembly layout including board physical design, chassis or enclosure design, optical fiber routing, and electrical and optical connector selection.
• Understanding of robotics principles and mechatronic systems, including kinematics, dynamics, and control theory.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and integrating sensors, actuators, and control systems in robotic or mechatronic applications.
• Proficiency in programming and implementing embedded systems for real-time control of mechanical and electromechanical systems.

Desired:

• Experience in the design of high-power optical fiber amplifiers and transmitters.
• Experience in the design of hardware to military and space design standards and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in environmental testing to MIL-STD or equivalent industrial test levels, including shock, vibration, thermal, and EMI/EMC.
• Experience in the use of LabView for data acquisition and control of systems.
• Advanced knowledge of robotics and automation systems
• Experience with programming languages commonly used in robotics (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB)
• Experience in designing and implementing control systems for robotic applications
• Master's degree preferred
• Active Security Clearance preferred

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:
$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.