Master Mechanical Engineer

Attalon, Inc. • Longmont, CO

23h • Onsite

About The Position

At Attalon, we are at the forefront of designing and delivering cutting-edge precision optical systems tailored for the most challenging environments. From spaceborne telescopes to seaborne sensor systems, our innovative solutions serve a critical role in advancing global defense and aerospace missions. If you're passionate about creating technical excellence and solving complex engineering challenges, join our team of world-class professionals committed to pushing the boundaries of possibility.

Located along Colorado’s scenic Front Range and nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Longmont offers a high quality of life, breathtaking natural beauty, and easy access to outdoor recreation, making it the perfect place to balance work and play.

Requirements

• Minimum 15 years of related experience in a professional role with a Bachelor’s degree or related discipline.
• Minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 9 related years with a Ph.D. in a relevant field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in optomechanical or precision mechanism design: Familiarity with optomechanical design principles and/or precision mechanism development. The ability to apply core engineering fundamentals throughout the design process is essential. Experience in both areas is highly desirable but not required.
• Knowledge of optical system design: Experience working with optical systems from concept to production, including optics, mounting strategies, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), manufacturability, and cost estimation.
• Competence with 3D CAD software: Proficiency with 3D modeling tools; experience using SOLIDWORKS is preferred.
• Familiarity with analysis methods and tools: Understanding of thermal, vibrational, and shock analysis methods for optical systems or precision mechanisms. Experience with analysis tools such as Femap/NX Nastran, Simcenter 3D, Mathcad, Matlab, and/or Star CCM+ is preferred. Familiarity with Sigmadyne’s SigFit software is a plus.
• Experience with precision mechanisms: Hands-on experience in the design, analysis, assembly, and testing of precision mechanisms, including motor and bearing sizing, encoder selection, lubrication, and flexure design.
• Understanding of advanced materials: Familiarity with designing subsystems that use specialized materials such as ceramics, specialty metals (e.g., Invar), carbon fiber composites, and optical coatings.
• Familiarity with systems engineering tools and practices: Knowledge of methodologies such as error budgeting, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Technical Performance Measure (TPM) tracking.
• Exposure to optical systems integration and testing: Experience with integrating, aligning, or testing optical systems is highly valued, and familiarity with optical and dynamic testing or data analysis is a plus.
• Design for assembly and integration: Understanding of key principles for designing complex optomechanical systems, including alignment planning, tolerance stack analysis, and assembly workflows.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills: Effective communication and collaboration skills with a proven ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team. Attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving are essential.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical leadership: Utilize expert-level knowledge in Mechanical Engineering and/or Opto-Mechanical Engineering to execute major programs, lead and mentor cross-functional teams, and drive design initiatives to achieve program goals. Serve as a recognized local authority in the field.
• Own product design and development: Lead product design and process development activities, ensuring all designs and processes meet customer specifications, technical requirements, and functional performance standards.
• Develop and maintain system-level CAD models: Oversee the creation and maintenance of system-level CAD designs, including layout generation, component and assembly modeling, and detailed drawings to support manufacturing and integration.
• Conduct advanced analysis and verification: Perform structural, dynamic, shock, and thermal analyses such as FEA and STOP (using tools like Sigfit) to certify compliance with functional and performance requirements, ensuring designs meet mission-critical standards.
• Collaborate with program management: Provide technical guidance and strategic input to program leaders, contributing to project planning and execution while adhering to financial targets and delivering cost and status updates as needed.
• Support manufacturing and operations: Partner with Manufacturing/Operations to implement Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) principles, ensuring products meet cost, quality, and schedule objectives.
• Participate in advanced technology development: Contribute to innovation by providing insights into new concepts and informing research and development activities to maintain a competitive edge in precision opto-mechanical systems.
• Manage product configurations and changes: Participate in configuration control, change control, and material review processes (e.g., CCD, ECO, NOR, and RCN activities) to ensure traceability and maintain fidelity for assigned programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior