Job ID: 111092
Onsite in Dallas TX on a 9/80 Schedule
The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.
Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.
Job Responsibilities
• Responsible for leading group of engineers on a technical activity and completion of activity on time and budget• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems • May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments. Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable • Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services• Drive the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements• Develop prototypes to retire key development risks• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required• Participate in preparation of proposals• Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel• Lead and direct the work of others as assigned• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings• Lead less-experienced engineers
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering or related technical degree
- 5+ years of experience in a relevant engineering/technical field
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US DoD Clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
- Experience with manufacturing methods and processes, factory standards, fabrication processes, and assembly documentation.
- Excellent grasp of heat and mass transfer
- Understanding of materials and material properties
- Design of experiments and practical problem solving
- Well-developed communication skills, both in verbal presentations and written documentation
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Microsoft Office Suite of tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to read detailed engineering drawings, specifications and familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5M
Desired Skills
- Experience with optical systems
- Familiarity with cryogenics, vacuum technology, infrared imaging systems, opto-mechanical design, and electromagnetism
- Experience with transitioning new designs into production.
- Proficiency using Creo(Pro/E) or equivalent 3D CAD tool
- Knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100
****U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
