Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer Job at Baesystems (Greenlawn, New York)

Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Baesystems

Location:
United States , Greenlawn, New York

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

145049.00 - 246584.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

BAE Systems is seeking a proactive Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer with analytical capabilities and demonstrated technical expertise. This individual will provide leadership and support to the design, development, integration/test, and production of dynamic optomechanical military systems. The engineer will work closely with hardware integrated into a variety of complex IR technology products including lasers, receivers, sensors, as well as multi-axis beam directors/gimbals. The individual must be a self-starter and is desired to have development experience working with integrated military electronic hardware and related test equipment.

Job Responsibility:

Provide leadership and support to the design, development, integration/test, and production of dynamic optomechanical military systems
Work closely with hardware integrated into a variety of complex IR technology products including lasers, receivers, sensors, as well as multi-axis beam directors/gimbals
Execute both individually and in small to large team environments through all phases of the product life cycle
Develop innovative and robust hardware solutions to meet demanding customer requirements
Leverage mechanical engineering expertise to perform detailed design and analyses
Work with 3D solid models, drawings, and documentation utilizing GD&T principles
Perform analyses to assure fit & function
Perform thermal, structural/stress, and vibration analyses
Assess designs against environmental requirements
Conduct test and verification efforts
Actively partner with other engineering disciplines and operations personnel to develop solutions that adhere to UPC, DFT, and DFM requirements
Support resolution of technical issues that are discovered during manufacture and test of deliverable hardware

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years experience (8+ years with a masters degree)
Demonstrated experience in product development and support of DoD military electronics equipment
Leadership of HW engineering teams in the design & development of military systems
Working experience with lasers, receivers, fiber optics, and/or related IR technologies
Solid fundamentals of mechanical design, analysis, and documentation principles
Experience with state-of-the-art mechanical engineering development software tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills including development of engineering documentation and presentations
Motivated self-starter and problem solver with proven experience executing in multi-disciplinary teams
Strong computer skills in basic MS office and technical programs
Knowledge of engineering development processes
Eligible to obtain a DOD Security Clearance

Nice to have:

Knowledge/experience with optomechanical designs & developments
Knowledge of MIL specs & standards, industry standards including ASTM, SAE, DO
Experience in the design/development of active motion controlled hardware
Experience in the design and manufacture of electronic circuit card assemblies
ANSYS Workbench/Mechanical, PTC Creo, MATLAB/Simulink, Siemens NX, ANSYS Icepak
Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) principles

What we offer:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Legal plan
Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 26, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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