Acara Solutions

Description

ACARA Solutions and our client in McLeansville, NC have a contract to direct hire position available

Advanced Mechanical Analysis Engineer

$55.00-$60.00 per hour

Job Description:

As an Advanced Mechanical Analysis Engineer supporting Undersea Mission Systems, you will play a key role in a multidisciplinary team tasked with the design, analysis, and qualification of mission-critical mechanical hardware deployed in challenging undersea environments. Your work will directly contribute to the survivability, performance, and reliability of next-generation undersea platforms and systems.

You will be responsible for conducting advanced mechanical analyses, including static, dynamic, and shock load simulations, and for guiding the mechanical design process through its entire lifecycle—from concept through production and test. You'll collaborate with engineering leads, manufacturing teams, and program management to ensure optimal material selection, weld integrity, structural performance, and compliance with stringent military standards.

Proficiency with ANSYS, MATLAB, and Creo CAD software.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proficiency with ANSYS, MATLAB, and Creo CAD software.
• Perform structural, thermal, and shock analyses using ANSYS and MATLAB to support hardware design decisions.
• Develop and maintain analysis models to simulate mechanical behavior under various loading and environmental conditions.
• Evaluate compliance with military specifications including Shock Grade B, MIL-STD-22, TP-1688, and 278.
• Apply knowledge of materials engineering and metallurgy tailored to submarine and undersea applications.
• Generate and review mechanical CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using Creo.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship on mechanical analysis tools and best practices.
• Participate in design reviews, failure investigations, and trade studies.
• Author and present clear, concise technical reports, papers, and proposals.
• Support manufacturing processes and resolve issues related to fabrication and assembly.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in mechanical analysis and structural modeling.
• Proficiency with ANSYS, MATLAB, and Creo CAD software.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, weld standards, and shock/vibration criteria.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with Shock Grade B analysis and test correlation.
• Deep knowledge of submarine-grade materials and welding practices per MIL-STD-22, TP-1688, and NAVSEA 278 requirements.
• Experience training others on analysis tools like ANSYS and MATLAB.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition and technical review processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and contribute to cross-functional engineering teams.

What Sets You Apart:

• Strong technical depth in mechanical systems analysis for harsh environments.
• Experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Passion for mentorship and continuous learning.
• Ability to balance innovation with adherence to defense-industry standards.

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Science or Engineering or Mathematics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with ANSYS and MATLAB analysis tools, and ability to train others on these tools.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with Shock Grade B by analysis.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Master's Degree.
• Good knowledge of material specifications and metallurgy, especially regarding submarine requirements.
• Knowledge of weld types (MIL-STD-22) and processes (TP-1688 and 278).
• Good proficiency with modeling CAD tools, especially Creo, to create mechanical models and drawings.
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods and technical, government, and industry standards.
• Collaborative, creative thinker with experience leading complex projects.
• Good communication skills with the ability to write technical papers and proposals.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person,' as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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