Mechanical Engineer
hace 2 días
Littleton
Job DescriptionSalary: $80,000-$105,000 Mechanical Engineer Rocky Mountain Scientific Laboratory Department:Automation & Robotics Location:Littleton, Colorado U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes Clearance Level Must Currently Possess or be Able to Obtain:Secret Travel:<5% Schedule:Full-time Description of Business Environment: Peace is often associated with passivity. At Rocky Mountain Scientific Laboratory, we associate peace with strength, courage, and action. We know that enabling peace to prevail is not for the faint of heart, which is why we built our company foundation on the core values of Integrity, Quality, Agility, and Grit. We pride ourselves in providing unequaled services and technologies in the field of applied energetics to our customers. Our experts possess extensive knowledge and capability in energetic materials and military systems enabling them to offer analytical characterization, modeling & simulation, design, system integration, prototyping, test engineering, and proof-of-concept production services covering a wide range of applications. Our strengths lie in our ability and relentless determination to get the job done quickly and affordably. RMSL is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin or other legally protected status. An applicant with a disability or a disabled veteran can request reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our positions. Specific Job Description: RMSL is a growth company with an outstanding job opportunity for an Engineer. This position will report to the Automation & Robotics Group Manager. The Mechanical Engineer will be an integral part of a small, cross-functional team working on exciting research and development projects. In this role, the ideal candidate will be responsible for modeling, designing, sourcing, prototyping, integrating, testing, and optimizing a wide variety of mechanical and electro-mechanical solutions. This individual must demonstrate innovation, an understanding of the fundamentals of engineering, an ability to learn, out-of-the-box thinking and creativity. Duties Include: • Mechanical prototype designs of products and systems from simple to complex parts and assemblies in SOLIDWORKS, • Research, plan, analyze, design, and develop mechanical products and components for armament, weapon, and munition systems., • Independently develop design concepts, 3D models and support the development of detailed drawings for integrated mechanical systems and the manufacture of these parts. Conduct trade studies and develop component specifications and procedures, as required., • Oversee prototype development and testing, and iterate designs based on results, • Support manufacturing processes by troubleshooting mechanical issues and optimizing designs for production, • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for mechanical failures, • Work with energetic material process technology bridge materials formulation/application, component level material consolidation and integration, • Perform thermal, structural, and fluid flow analysis to validate designs, • Assist with writing ladder logic & robot programming, • Assist with electrical design and wiring, • Plan and execute design tasks with limited general direction and work effectively within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment., • Help assist in project engineering tasks such as report writing, technical presentations (at customer and public meetings), and technical deliverables tracking, • Ensure technical outcomes are consistent with established engineering principles and practices and that customer and company technical, system, performance, and quality requirements are met., • Interface with RMSL customers, teammates, and partners in a professional manner, • Maintain company compliance in restricted information security regulations, • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule, • Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, core values, and culture of RMSL Required Skills: • Extensive knowledge of 3D CAD design software packages such as SOLIDWORKS (preferred), • Strong understanding of materials science, thermodynamics, and mechanical systems, • Experience with FEA, • Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, and injection molding, • Experience working on projects that involve the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems., • Understands and utilizes prototype design and manufacturing process, automation, and continuous integration, • Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design and engineering principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes, • Exercises creative thinking and innovation, • Rapid prototyping knowledge and experience, • Problem solver that can work independently or in a team environment on fast-paced projects, • Experience with mechanical engineering drawings and bill of materials, • Knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, and technical risk identification, • Familiarity with manufacturing, test, and qualification. Knowledge of CNC and conventional machining and machine shop theory, • Ability to devise technical solutions with a high technical aptitude, and positively influences the successful completion of supported programs and projects, • Researches and resolves problems efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner, • Clearly communicates issues and roadblocks up the chain of command to maintain sprint scope, efficiency, and productivity, • Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams, • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office software applications, • Strong verbal and written communication skills, • Physical requirements:, • Must be able to sit for extended periods of time; must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.; must have the ability to see near and far and work with a computer monitor daily, • Required to bend, sit, stand, and lift to perform job effectively, • Work and operate in an office, laboratory, and outdoor test range environment, • Must be able to work overtime when necessary to meet mission critical goals and timelines Highly Beneficial Skills: • Experience in the Aerospace or Defense Industry, • Experience in one or more of the following focused design research areas:, • Armaments, Warheads, or Munitions, • Automated and Remote Systems for Continuous Energetic Material Processing, • Fundamental design competence in explosive and pyrotechnic devices, • Direct experience with robotics, mechatronics, and electro-mechanical control systems, • Knowledge of PLC/HMI programming and control panel design, • Experience with finite element modeling and hydrocodes Minimum Qualifications: • Must have a BS and/or MS in a technical field of study such as Mechanical Engineering, or related field, • 1+ years of relevant professional mechanical design experience in automation or controls, • Ability to obtain security clearance, • Ability to obtain CO State Blasters Permit Work Environment: • Fast-paced, team-oriented environment where constant iteration, agility, improvement, and innovation is key to team, program, and company success Benefits: • Medical insurance, • Dental insurance, • Vision insurance, • 401(k) with matching, • Disability insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Professional development, • Flexible schedule Disclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package and a dynamic, team oriented, and fun environment. Some on-the-job training is provided. Compensation and title contingent upon experience. Must be able to pass a drug screening. Must be able to start within 3 weeks of offer. Visit our website at to learn more.