Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Corvid Technologies' Strike Systems team is looking to add talented Mechanical Engineers to their growing team. This position will support the development (and analysis) of specialty payloads and warheads for defense customers. The successful candidate will enjoy concept development, computational analysis, and testing.

The position requires a broad, strong technical foundation in engineering and an ability to apply them in tasks analyzing and designing prototypes - overcoming technical challenges to provide quality products.

Sample tasking will include:

• Designing mechanical components and assemblies for strike systems
• Analyzing performance of design iterations using commercial and in-house FEA applications to analyze high-dynamic interactions
• Modifying existing models for different applications of proven technologies- insuring design modifications do not affect technology performance

Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a US Citizen and obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance
• Position requires a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline) - directly applicable experience may substitute for Master's Degree
• Experience using Finite Element tools and fundamental understanding of fundamental engineering principles used by FEA applications
• Preferred candidate will have experience or interest in numerical methods, specifically FEM, for R&D tasks related to elasticity and plasticity
• ability in mechanical design, preferably using SolidWorks or similar tool
• Preferred candidate will have experience working on design/integration tasks for Aerospace or DoD systems

About Corvid:

Corvid Technologies is an engineering firm specializing in using high-fidelity, computational modeling and simulation to analyze, design and manufacture products for aerospace, DoD, and commercial customers. We offer a fast-paced and flexible work environment that encourages creativity and collaboration. Our team works on difficult, cutting-edge technical challenges using state-of-the-art technologies and resources.

Why Corvid:

We value our employee-owners and in addition to providing challenging work opportunities and competitive pay, Corvid believes in providing a strong benefit package that provides value to our team members at all stages of their career.

Corvid benefits include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan via our generous 401(k) Matching
• Medical Insurance via Blue Cross - including a PPO and High-Deductible offering (with company HSA contribution)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on years of industry experience (not tenure)
• Career Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Company provided life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Incentive opportunities to reward strong performance and corporate growth
• Attractive corporate facilities that include Lake Norman access, out-door activities (including grills) and more