Senior Mechanical Engineer - Optronics (onsite)

RTX / Collins Aerospace

Carlsbad, CA, United States
Base: $95,500 - $181,700 usd; bonus/equity: not sp...
Hybrid
Opto-mechanical design experience
Creo cad proficiency required
Asme y14.5-2018 gd&t knowledge
This role involves leading the mechanical design of optical and opto-electrical assemblies for space, airborne, and body-worn environments at Collins Aerospace

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the mechanical design of optical and opto-electrical assemblies for space, airborne, and body-worn environments at Collins Aerospace.
  • Candidates will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate system-level optical requirements into robust mechanical designs while ensuring high performance and reliability.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $95,500 to $181,700 along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, a generous 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Matching Summary

This role involves leading the mechanical design of optical and opto-electrical assemblies for space, airborne, and body-worn environments at Collins Aerospace.

Salary

Base: $95,500 - $181,700 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Opto-mechanical design experience
  • Creo CAD proficiency required
  • ASME Y14.5-2018 GD&T knowledge
  • Tolerance stack-up analysis
  • Prototyping and metrology skills
  • Thermal management expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Spaceborne or airborne system experience
  • Ansys Workbench FEA background
  • Cleanroom practices familiarity
  • Visual displays design experience
  • Mentoring junior engineers capability

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Minimum 5 years opto-mechanical design experience
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM or Advanced Degree
  • Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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