Mechanical Engineer - Crew Station Hardware

Company: Softworld Inc
Location: Sterling Heights
Posted on: February 7, 2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer - Crew Station Hardware

For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.

Job Location: Sterling Heights, MI 48310

Onsite Requirements:


Design (Creo and/or NX Preferred)
LRU and/or SRU
Automotive experience (Combat Vehicles is a plus)


Job Description:

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role:

Develop LRU thermal model from CAD model.
Calculate PWB thermal conductivity, run conjugate steady-state or transient thermal analyses as needed.
Run multiple thermal case studies, identify component level thermal margin estimation.
Perform early identification of over temperature components to guide chassis design, minimize thermal resistance, and optimize heat spreading.
Perform gap analysis for thermal interface materials to circuit board to maximize heat transfer and minimize bending loads.
Create thermal models of LRU's that show temperature in 3-dimensional space and in time when transient analysis is appropriate.
Compare dissimilar shock and vibration profiles and envelope multiple shock and vibration profiles to develop equivalent damage profiles to reduce the number of tests or reduce test time.
Run modal analysis on LRU components and LRU on isolators.
Perform sway estimates of concept and existing LRUs on multiple isolators.
Calculate design margin for solder joint failure for circuit card assemblies during shock and vibration events.
High proficiency in interpretation and application of ASME Y 14.5M-2009.
Have a firm understanding of mechanical engineering practices as this relates to product development activities in military land vehicle designs.
Have the ability to work with 2D drawings as well as the ability to work in a 3D CAD environment as we transition into engineering digital transformation.
Experience with Creo and NX.
Working knowledge of Teamcenter, Vis Mockup, and other CAD systems.
Working knowledge of manufacturing fabrication, processes, and capabilities.
Working knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly practices.
Working knowledge of tooling/functional gaging practices.
Knowledge of quality inspection techniques and ability to interpret CMM data.
Knowledge of machine design engineering practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications Sought:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
3-5 years plus in a related role is desired.
Solid modeling experience with Creo and NX desired.
Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup a plus.
Strong technical writing and presentation skills sought.


Additional Information / Desired Experience:

This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).
Previous experience working on ground combat vehicles desired.
This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired.
Must be able to pass the ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space).
Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required.
Works well in team and individually.
Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
Familiarity with mechanical industry interface standards and form factors (VITA42/46, COM Express, ETX, VPX, etc.).
Familiarity with military standards and test requirements desired.

Hybrid/Onsite:

Due to the nature of the work, this role may require on-site presence up to 100%.



** This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role. **

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