Senior Mechanical Engineer

Who we are:

ITI Engineering is an award-winning supplier of software, hardware, engineering services and products in the aerospace defense industry. ITI designs and manufactures specialized hardware and software products for aerospace and commercial customers in support of the world's leading fighter aircraft. We produce mission support devices, data transfer equipment, cryptographic data transfer systems, servers and firmware for components that are critical support system elements for several of the world’s leading fighter aircrafts.

We offer:

• Competitive pay.
• 100% paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents as of date of hire.
• 100% paid employee basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Quarterly company contributions to a Healthcare Savings Account
• Opportunity to participate in the 401k and company matching
• Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation Time

If you are looking for a challenging, rewarding position and the opportunity to join an innovative dynamic team, keep reading!

About the Role:

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at ITI, you will own the design and verification of mechanical packaging and subsystems that are a critical part of advanced military electronics and computing products. You will work with a cross-functional team of software, electrical, systems, firmware, and qualification engineers. You will work within a small team of highly skilled mechanical engineers – both learning from very experienced engineers and mentoring interns and entry -level engineers. With an on-site state-of-the-art machine shop dedicated to research and development you will see your designs move from concept to reality in hours instead of months.

Responsibilities:

• Independently design and analyze mechanical components or subsystems for moderately complex projects.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of design or production issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to identify and resolve production issues.
• Manage technical aspects of assigned projects, including design validation and testing.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality and systems teams to improve product performance and manufacturability.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with onsite machinists and technicians in the construction of prototypes – including CNC machining, laser-cutting, and sheet metal bending.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Typically, 4+ years of professional experience in mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or similar tools (experience with Inventor is preferred)
• Experience with engineering analysis tools and techniques, including FEA, vibration, shock, stress, CFD, and thermal analysis. (experience with ANSYS tools is preferred).
• Experience in designing for EMC compliance such as MIL-STD-461.
• Experience in designing for complex environmental conditions such as MIL-STD-810.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) software and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with quality management systems and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of industry-specific standards such as ASME, ISO, or ASTM.
• Ability to sit and or stand comfortably at a desk for extended periods of time performing computer-related tasks.
• Hand dexterity and precision.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• U.S. citizen and can obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship Requirement: This position requires U.S. citizenship in accordance with applicable government contract requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in design and qualification of aerospace or military products
• Experience in design and qualification of complex electronic products
• Experience in advanced thermal management techniques such as liquid cooling.

This position is located at a facility that requires all selected candidates to be U.S. Citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders). ITI Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts pre-employment background checks and E-Verify employment authorization verification as part of the hiring process. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and federal regulations, employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen, and employees will be subject to ongoing, unannounced random drug and alcohol testing.