Mechanical Engineer

Company: Leonardo DRS
Location: Melbourne
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Leonardo DRS is a prime contractor, leading technology innovator and supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and defense contractors worldwide. The company specializes in naval and maritime systems, ground combat mission command and network computing, global satellite communications and network infrastructure, avionics systems, and intelligence and security solutions. Additionally, the company builds power systems and electro-optical/infrared systems for a wide range of commercial customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at

Job ID: 104984 The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest. Job Summary Develop precision opto-mechanical components and products. Examples include optical assemblies, IR & visible sights and electronics packaging for military applications. Working as a member of a project team, the Mechanical Engineer will design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems. Job Responsibilities Use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software to develop new or improved productsEvaluate and recommend design approaches to meet performance requirements for new or improved products.Investigate solutions to product or process problems. Develop prototypes to retire key development risksCollaborate with other Design Engineering disciplines on product development.Participate in peer reviews and formal design reviews.Create and release engineering drawings and documents using PLM systemsParticipate in preparation of proposalsSupport testing of products. Qualifications Required Qualifications, Skills and Work ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.0-3 years of experience in mechanical design3D CAD experience, Pro-e/Creo preferredGood communication skillsAbility to solve complex problemsWork effectively as a member of a teamAbility to meet aggressive timelinesStrong organizational skillsAbility to decipher highly technical dataAbility to multi-task in an evolving project environment Additional Desirable Qualifications and SkillsUnderstanding of GD&T principles Casting and injection molding experienceStructural and Thermal FEA experience The health and safety of our employees and their families remains a top priority at Leonardo DRS, and we continue to take action to address the risk and uncertainty COVID variants pose in the workplace. Subject to state-specific exemptions, newly hired employees are required to provide proof they are fully vaccinated prior to their start date, unless a medical or religious accommodation or an exemption pursuant to applicable state law is formally approved by Leonardo DRS prior to commencing employment. Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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