Electro-Optical Mechanical Engineering Section Lead

Position Overview (Summary/Objective):

Supervisor of the Electro-Mechanical Engineering Design group for the Mechanical Engineering Department in Danbury CT.

Responsibilities:

• This position requires an experienced mechanical engineer to apply existing skills to solve high complexity interdisciplinary tasks. You will be responsible for leading an integrated product team in designing tooling and related flight hardware. Must be a technical SME in direct mechanical engineering areas with knowledge of other related disciplines and functions. Must have the ability to work self-directed with very limited oversight and in a team environment. Will be accountable for both space flight and non-space flight development program deliverable while maintain cost and schedule.  Provide strategic vision, lead projects outside of normal job responsibilities, and communicate with external parties such as customers and vendors. 
• In addition to your engineering technical tasks, you will be responsible for supervising a team (~10) of diverse mechanical engineers with varying levels of experience and education. Providing overall section leadership which includes, managing work assignments, setting and achieving technical standards, organizing training, ensuring compliance to company procedures, balancing resources, setting priorities, and overseeing employee development. 

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Sufficient experience to be a subject matter expert in a mechanical engineering area and the ability to direct and check other mechanical engineer’s technical work
• Good communication skills with experience directing and overseeing the progress of other technical experts, developing technical tasks including cost & schedule estimates, and meeting planned commitments
• Expertise in the tools needed for mechanical design, CAD, GD&T, with exposure to typical industry standards and military specifications
• Electronics Packaging - Proficient in electronic packaging, housing designs, mechanical layouts, manufacturing, testing of electrical components, EMI shielding, connectors, and CCA construction types, CCA assembly techniques, knowledge of sensor systems and detector types, performance requirements, detector alignment requirements and proper mounting techniques for sensor systems
• Tooling Design - Proficient in producing detailed tooling designs (pad and flexures bonding, PAM's, strong backs, shimming), develop tooling for tests (proof, functional), installation/integration tooling (6-DOF's, alignment aids) transport equipment, and metrology equipment tooling (Stability, range of motion)
• Proposal preparation - Proficient in cost estimates, BOE's, and technical content

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Opto-Mechanical Design - Proficient in reliable optomechanical design techniques and processes as it relates specifically to optics, i.e., dimensional tolerancing, kinematic mounting, athermalization, optic bonding, coatings, EMI gridding, etc. to ensure optical bench stability & performance over specified environmental conditions.
• Mechanisms Design - Expert in the implementation of motion (bearings, gear drives, etc.) and isolation systems (passive and active). Knowledgeable in analyzing and developing active mechanism designs, i.e., focus drives, filter/calibration mechanisms, roll/pitch motor drives, gimbal drives, shutters, solar array deployment, etc.
• Mechanical Manufacturing - Proficient with manufacture and assembly of electro and opto-mechanical systems, devices, and components such as lens barrels, metering structures, and related alignment tooling.
• Engineering Analysis software - Exposure to the concerns of other related disciplines (structural, thermal, manufacturing, optical, etc..) as it relates to mechanical design. Proficient in the use of tools such as the standard bolted joint spreadsheet, CCA mass and fatigue spreadsheets (structural), venting spreadsheet, etc.

 

Location:

located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Continuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

 

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions, occasionally operate tools and/or machinery with hands and arms and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. The employee will use protective equipment when working with chemicals, move between workstations, reach, and replace equipment, and move items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

 

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance. The form contained in this link will provide insight into the information the government requests as part of the clearance process. https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf.

 

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

 

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

ARKA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.