Mechanical Design Engineer

ABOUT:

NVTS is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in advanced EO/IR night vision camera systems. Situated in Quonset, the center of Rhode Island’s thriving defense industry, we design and build rugged, high-performance systems for military ground and maritime platforms.

As our product lines expand and demand accelerates, we’re taking on ambitious engineering challenges and moving quickly to deliver cutting edge solutions in a fast paced, innovation driven environment.

We’re looking for an engineer who’s energized by growth, motivated by designing cutting edge night vision products, and excited to contribute within a dynamic, rapidly evolving company supporting our nation’s defense.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

Design And Development

• Create detailed mechanical designs for electro-mechanical systems, assemblies, and components using SolidWorks 3D CAD and other software tools as needed.
• Apply proven engineering principles, theories, and concepts during the design and development process.
• Contribute to the development of new design concepts that are technically innovative and economically sound.
• Work with suppliers developing the most economical DFM/A solutions.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare dimensioned drawings, BOMs, ECOs and Engineering Release packages.
• Create and execute test plans to capture results of sub-system and full system testing on prototypes during development and on full systems at production launch.

Prototype and Test

• Use hands-on approach to assemble, test, and analyze prototype units.

Production Assembly Team Support

• Develop required fixtures, tooling, and aids to enable productive and ergonomic assembly processes.
• Write and maintain manufacturing work instructions.
• Champion resolution of ongoing production and/or supplier issues.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Extensive experience in the use of Solidworks 3D CAD tools.
• Solid understanding of PDM and PLM systems used as a repository for engineering documentation and for change management workflow.
• Ability to perform failure analysis, design experiments and tests to support design and product validation.
• Knowledge of drafting standards and GD&T (ANSI Y14.5).
• Possess communications skills needed to develop presentations and express technical concepts to customers and management team.
• Must be a US citizen to be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience.

BONUS POINTS:

• Having a strong understanding of project management.
• Working knowledge of electrical design / engineering and software development.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Gold tier dental, medical and vision insurance for yourself and your dependents.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Competitive pay.
• A close-knit, upbeat workplace where we enjoy both professional and personal wins