Senior Mechanical Engineer - Opto-Mechanical

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Opto-MechanicalJoin to apply for the Senior Mechanical Engineer - Opto-Mechanical role at Leonardo DRSSenior Mechanical Engineer - Opto-Mechanical1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Mechanical Engineer - Opto-Mechanical role at Leonardo DRSDRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial markets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Daylight laser solutions span the full spectrum from UV to visible to NIR to mid-IR.At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9/80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!Job description:DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial markets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Daylight laser solutions span the full spectrum from UV to visible to NIR to mid-IR.At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9/80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!Job SummaryThe Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer at Daylight will be responsible for supporting the design and analysis of laser and photonic products. They should have a strong understanding of robust opto-mechanical design practices including precision mechanism, kinematics, lasers, and thermal control. They will support the design, analysis, documentation, and testing of optical/laser products, systems and/or subsystems. Working with a multi-disciplinary design team, they will execute on optical mechanical modeling, prototyping, calculations, FEA, and testing. The successful candidate would be able to compile/review data and perform both optical and mechanical analyses (hand calculations, FEA, STOP) to make design decisions and implement them in CAD/documentation. Along with design, they will conduct formal reviews, support failure analyses, and proposals. They should additionally be able to work independently, be flexible, and be receptive to ideas and feedback.Job ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, analyze, document and support testing of robust, precision opto-mechanical assembliesPerform thermal, structural, and vibration modeling of complex opto-mechanical assembliesUses computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments. Ability to work independently, regular reporting of progress and status.Design of flexures for precision motion of optical elementsDesign of kinematic optic mounts, both large (>6”) and small (Develop novel laser systems and photonic products for both free space and fiber coupled (single & multimode) outputs.Contribute to the design of a laser’s optical and mechanical architecturesEngineering analysis to understand how loads and environmental factors affect performanceDesign and setup optical metrology and perform engineering tests and design of experiments.Hands-on prototyping, assembly, integration, and test for characterization of design intentProcess development to ensure design intent and manufacturabilityConduct detailed design reviews for both design and manufacturing audiencesFacilitation of hardware procurementWriting engineering change orders and manufacturing work instructionsSupport root cause analysis on failuresSupport and mentor junior engineersSpecialties may Include:Optical: Involved with the overall development optical systems. Coordinates with optical design teams in selecting and qualifying optical components. Develops performance models and test and alignment procedures.Mechanical: Involved with the design, fabrication and modification of mechanical and/or electro-mechanical components, sub-systems, and systems. May include mechanical analysis, aerodynamics/fluids, thermal, fluid systems, mechanical packaging, or others. Evaluates and recommends design approaches to meet production requirement for new or improved products or services. Investigates solutions to product or process problems.The ideal candidate shouldExperience designing precision opto-mechanical assembliesExperience with optical modeling software; Zemax preferredExperience with CAD software package: SolidWorks and PDMWorks preferredExperience with FEA packages: ANSYS structural and Icepak preferredQualificationsBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, optical engineering, or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in opto-mechanics or precision mechanismsFluency in technologies and application domainAbility to lead a technical group independentlyThe pay scale for this position is $104,274/year - $161,884/year. The pay scale information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the pay scale for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic locations, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #INDDAYSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesDefense and Space ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Leonardo DRS by 2xGet notified about new Senior Mechanical Engineer jobs in San Diego, CA.Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Must Have Injection Molded And Sheet Metal Part Design)Engineering Manager, Mechanical SustainmentSenior Mechanical Engineer/Project ManagerSenior Opto-Mechanical Engineering ManagerMechanical Systems Integration Design EngineerSenior Associate Electrical Engineer - Building Services & Construction DesignSan Diego, CA $100,000.00-$130,000.00 22 hours agoSenior Mechanical Engineer & Machinist (Dual Role)Mechanical Design Engineer, Cell FormationWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Created: 2025-09-17