Senior Sustaining Engineer

Elbit America
Roanoke, VA
Category Engineering
Job Description
Leads the mechanical design of electro-optical (EO) systems and opto-mechanical assemblies from concept through production. Designs major components or major portions of a functional system to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations.

Requirements

  • Own the mechanical architecture and design of electro-optical enclosures, precision mounts, thermal frames, seals, and structural elements.
  • Create 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation per internal standards.
  • Perform component-level and assembly-level tolerance analyses and stack-ups to guarantee fit, function, and alignment.
  • Analyze and optimize designs using structural (FEA) and thermal simulations (Ansys or Creo Simulation), material selection, finishes, and fabrication processes to meet performance and reliability goals.
  • Document Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) characteristics for purchased parts and assemblies.
  • Prepare for and lead/contribute to design reviews (internal and external), risk assessments (DFMEA/PFMEA), and reliability planning;

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation & 401(k) program
  • Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage
  • Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances
  • Flexible Vacation & PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Employee Referral Program
  • Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
  • Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
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