Mechanical Engineer II

Mechanical Engineer IIVitesse Systems is looking for a Mechanical Engineer II to join the team in Longmont, Colorado! The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing and analyzing components and assemblies with a keen eye for structural integrity. The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with RF Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to deliver innovative and manufacturable products for our internal and external customers.Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.Our core values of integrity, initiative, impact, and integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.Our benefits include:3 weeks of paid time off10 paid company observed holidaysBirthday & anniversary incentives401K employer matchMedical, dental and vision insuranceCompany-paid life insuranceCompany-paid short & long-term disabilityContinuing education reimbursement programGenerous referral programThe primary responsibility of the Mechanical Engineer is to design and analyze component and assemblies, while ensuring structural integrity.Key responsibilities include:Design hardware based on customer specifications using SolidWorksCollaborate with RF, Manufacturing, and Production to ensure design for manufacturabilityPerform static and dynamic analyses (modal, static, random vibration, and thermoelastic) on designed hardware based on customer specifications using NEi/NX Nastran and FemapWork with QA to resolve non-conformances as they apply to designCreate and maintain proper documentation associated with the design and analysis of the hardwareCommunicate technical information internally and with customers and vendorsSupport production and test of the hardwareTroubleshoot hardware as neededSupport R&D test and design activitiesSupport the Sales Team with hours estimates and mockups for proposalsReview and approve drawings using GD&T, including tolerance stack-up analysis where requiredAdhere to government regulations, industry standards and internal guidelines to produce quality hardware in a quality settingParticipate in continuous improvement activitiesOther duties as assignedQualifications and experience include:At least 2 years of related design experience within the aerospace industry requiredBachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related EngineeringSolidWorks or similar CAD experience desiredEPDM experience is a plusWorking knowledge of ERP systems is desiredNEi/NX Nastran, Femap, or similar analysis software experienceFamiliarity with composite structural designFamiliarity with manufacturing processes, including CNC machining and 3D PrintingExperience assembling and delivering technical presentation to internal and external stakeholdersProject management skills, particularly with respect to delivering engineering content necessary to support the production processVitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who:Is not a United States citizenIs not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)Vitesse Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer.