Jobs in the United States

25+ jobs

Save this search

Added just now
TP
Sr. Engineer, Digital Systems Quality Assurance
The Planet Group
Bridgewater, NJ
- $58 to $63 USD / hour
…acceptance criteria that meet or exceed the performance of the process being replaced, with process SME…
Added 2 mins ago
Sr. IT Windows Engineer
SpaceX
Memphis, TN · Bastrop, TX · Hawthorne, CA · Redmond, WA · Brownsville, TX · Washington, DC
SpaceX is looking for an experienced engineer with deep knowledge and broad experience across Microsoft-based technologies. This employee will be a member of the Information Technology…
Added 4 mins ago
A
Sr. Hardware Engineer
Actalent
Bingen, WA
- $62.5 to $67.31 USD / hour
Columbia River Gorge, WA (onsite)$130-140kDirect Hire-----About the RoleYoull be the hardware engineer who keeps a line of aviation radio electronics moving through production and makes it…
Added 4 mins ago
Mechanical Engineer
Actalent
Fairfax, VA
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer (Level 2)Job DescriptionThe Mechanical Engineer (Level 2) supports the design, analysis, and documentation of mechanical hardware for advanced electronic…
Added 10 mins ago
Propulsion Base Software Sr Core Development Engineer
Stellantis
Auburn Hills, MI
The Propulsion Base Software Core Development Engineer is responsible for contributing to the development of embedded software for EE/core and propulsion control modules. This role involves…
Added 12 mins ago
Technical Support
CrowdStrike, Inc.
Remote, United States
The Ideal Technical Support Engineer candidate is passionate about technology and customers. A true problem solver, the Technical Support Engineer will provide well-thought out and reliable…
Added 15 mins ago
TH
Sr Engineer Mechanical
The Hershey Company
Stuarts Draft, VA
- $92,160 to $115,200 USD / year
The Sr Packaging Engineer is a key member of the Stuarts Draft Engineering team, providing primary packaging engineering support for the site. Working independently, this role designs,…
Added 15 mins ago
SR. PLATFORM ENGINEER - PLATFORM OPERATIONS
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport News, VA
Added 15 mins ago
Sr. Structural Engineer, Data Center Engineering
Amazon
Herndon, VA
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to become part of a Data Center Engineering team. This engineer will be located in any of the 3 offices listed with intent…
Added 15 mins ago
Sr. Estimating Manager, AMER Estimating and Cost Control
Amazon
Herndon, VA
Reverse engineer awarded contracts and build portfolio-level pricing intelligence that informs BOD estimating, VE opportunities, and OP planning across AMER
Added 16 mins ago
Sr Security Engineer, Network, Leo Security
Amazon
Herndon, VA · Arlington, VA
…communities around the world. We are looking for a senior security engineer to join the Leo Infrastructure and IP Security team. The team defends the manufacturing lines, launch sites, and…
Added 16 mins ago
Sr Security Engineer, Leo Security
Amazon
Herndon, VA · Arlington, VA
We are looking for a senior security engineer to join the founding cohort of the Engineering and R&D team within Leo Infrastructure and IP Security. The team defends the manufacturing…
Added 16 mins ago
SR. PLATFORM ENGINEER - PLATFORM OPERATIONS
HII
Newport News, VA
Added 25 mins ago
Sr Propulsion Electrical Engineer, Amazon Leo
Amazon Kuiper Commercial Services LLC
Redmond, WA
As a Sr. Electrical Engineer embedded in the propulsion team you are the propulsion-side owner of the interface between the plasma thruster system and propulsion control electronics -…
Added 39 mins ago
Sr. AI Engineer - IT
LogicMonitor
Austin, TX
…quality and operational controls. We’re looking for a hands-on engineer to implement, improve, and support assigned parts of this…
Added 40 mins ago
Sr. Packaging Development Engineer II
HP Hood
Batavia, NY
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sr. Package Development Engineer – Level II to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of a…
Added 41 mins ago
A
Civil Engineer
Actalent
Spokane, WA
- $93,000 to $115,000 USD / year
Job Title: Civil EngineerJob DescriptionThis role offers an opportunity for a civil engineer with 4+ years of professional experience to contribute to a wide range of site development…
Added 41 mins ago
Sr Electrical Design Engineer
Actalent
Cedar Park, TX
Job Title: Senior Electrical Design EngineerJob DescriptionThe Senior Electrical Design Engineer provides advanced technical expertise in facilities and industrial power systems, delivering…
Added 46 mins ago
Electrical Engineering Manager 60 Hz
GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC
Remote, United States
…with interface to electric transmission grid throughout the Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) project lifecycle of new first of a kind (FOAK) small modular reactor (SMR)…
Added 51 mins ago
Principal Radar Systems Engineer
RTX
United States
…Capabilities (SE&TC) is looking for a Principal Radar Systems Engineer to lead radar architecture and requirements development activities. This position will be onsite in Huntsville,…
Added 51 mins ago
X-ray Computed Tomography Sr. Engineer (Onsite)
RTX
United States
…our micro computed tomography (micro-CT) team. The micro-CT engineer will work within inter-disciplinary teams to define micro-CT scanning and analysis approaches tailored for various…
Added 51 mins ago
Sr Test and Validation Engineer - 4th Shift
RTX
United States
The Production Test Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining automated and manual production test solutions for RF products used in defense and aerospace…
Added 51 mins ago
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
RTX
United States
We have an immediate opportunity for a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Goleta, California
Added 51 mins ago
Sr. Engineer, Captive Flight Test Lead
RTX
United States
Experience with troubleshooting and failure process .
Added 51 mins ago
Sr Principal High Temperature Materials Engineer
RTX
United States
The Materials and Process Engineering Department, which functions within Hardware Engineering, is looking for a Senior Principal High Temperature Materials Engineer to join our Advanced…

NLIGHT Inc

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Longmont, CO, United States

$31,533 USD / year

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

Pay: $31,533 USD / year
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

Description Location:Longmont, CO (onsite) Experience:A minimum of 5+ years of experience working in opto-mechanical system design and integration. Minimum Education:Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field. Compensation:$140,000-$180,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification - to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Summary:

Mechanical Engineers at nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. synchronize all mechanical, thermal, and packaging aspects of design and integration for complex High Energy Laser (HEL) weapon systems. We are developing rugged and compact HEL weapon system solutions that can operate and survive in challenging environments. We utilize analysis driven design and implement elegant athermalized and vibration-rugged solutions. We need motivated Mechanical Engineers that are excited about integrating HEL weapon systems and being part of that solution. All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance.Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at:https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/.Please review this information before applying.

Responsibilities:

Development of cutting-edge laser and electro-optical systems through rapid development of effective and robust mechanical system designs.
Generate robust component and subsystem designs that facilitate cost and schedule optimized solutions that meet or exceed functional design goals.
Collaborate with engineers and scientists across disciplines to define requirements, constraints, and analysis goals for owned components and subsystems.
Utilize project and configuration management tools to track and document assigned tasks.
Produce standards compliant engineering drawings and oversee vendor technical compliance to ensure first time quality.
Mentor more junior engineers and help maintain a culture of tribal knowledge transfer and continued learning.

Required Experience / Capability:

Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
The ideal candidate has at least 10+ years of experience working in mechanical system design and integration.
Expertise in Computer Aided Design (SolidWorks preferred) and working with large assemblies of highly toleranced components for manufacturing and assembly.
Experience breaking down larger scale system design and delegating engineering tasking to a diverse team of contributing engineers.
Ability to effectively manage schedule and priorities to meet mid to long-term schedule objectives.
Proficient in engineering analysis principles to perform hand calculations and finite element analysis to verify design requirements.
Expertise in fabrication and assembly drawing preparation for manufacturing, including experience with version control and change record documentation.
Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Requirements change frequently and rapid-turn solutions must be developed frequently.
Experience using GitLab, Jira, or similar project management software.
Experience with system level trade studies and documenting engineering decision making.
Exhibit strong troubleshooting skills.

Additional Desired Experience / Capability:

Significant contributions to opto-mechanical or opto-electrical systems.
Considerable experience in complex finite element analysis and/or computational fluid dynamics.
Experience in thermal management systems.
Exposure to MIL-STD-810 design and/or testing.
Experience with machining, welding, composites, and/or fabrication in a production environment.

Benefits Summary:

4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
11 paid Holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [emailprotected] .

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: “EEO is the Law” and its accompanying temporary supplement. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or Hr@nlight.net. Apply at: https://ipc.us/t/384789EE873F4548.

Apply About employer

Report this job