Mechanical Engineer

Antennas For Communications (AFC) is seeking applications for one full-time Engineer/Senior Engineer position in Mechanical Engineering Group at their facility in Ocala, Florida. Requirements: Applicant shall have a Graduate Degree in the field of Mechanical/Structural Engineering. Ph.D in this field is desirable, but not required. He/she must be a United States Citizen/ Permanent Residentand should be willing to move/relocate to Ocala, Florida. Job Description: The ideal candidate for this position should have design and practical experience in the area of: Structural designing and development of finite element models, and analysis by using finite element analysis (FEA) technique. Interpretation of FEA results, making recommendations, and writing analysis reports. Optimization of designs using FEA results. Creation and modification of 3D solid models by using 3D-CAD software. Experience with Autodesk Inventor is desirable. In-depth understanding of mechanics as well as finite element analysis theory In-depth understanding of material properties, material testing and verification for various material types. Familiarity with composite materials is desirable. Structural analysis for linear/nonlinear problems. Familiarity with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is desirable for analyzing fluid-structure interactions. Understanding of vibration/seismic, buckling and thermal analysis Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Highly conversant with using Matlab/Mathematica as well as ability to understand and develop programming code. Adequate electrical engineering knowledge to communicate with the Electromagnetic Engineering Group as well as electricians. Technical support of manufacturing/QC/CAD department and continuous product improvement. Familiarity with composite material fabrication techniques is desirable. Technical support of field installation/operational activities. Familiarity with civil and construction is desirable. Have social skills to be able to work in a small business environment. Be able to clear background check with no prior convictions or arrests. Past experience with any DoD projects is desirable. #J-18808-Ljbffr Antennas For Communications