Principal Mechanical Engineer in Beavercreek, Ohio at Attalon, Inc.

Attalon / Location Overview

Attalon is a leading technology partner to the global aerospace and defense industry, specializing in lasers and precision optics. With over 500 employees in the U.S., Attalon engineers critical optical, laser, and coating technologies that enable systems to see farther, target faster, and survive the harshest environments. From high-energy directed laser systems to satellite optics and hypersonic thermal protection, Attalon equips the warfighter with the advantage of precision.

This role is an on-site position based in Beavercreek, OH. Our Laser Systems Integration facility focuses on building high energy lasers for the defense market, supporting critical national security initiatives and defense innovation. At Attalon, we’re redefining performance, precision, and reliability in defense technologies.

Job Details

A Principal ME will demonstrate expertise in the development of precision, opto-mechanical subsystems such as gimbaled telescopes, directed energy beam directors, positioning mechanisms, and integrated sensors, to be deployed in spaceborne, airborne, terrestrial, and seaborne environments. Responsibilities include generating detailed CAD models, overseeing structural, thermal, and dynamic analyses, characterizing system performance and tracking requirements, and preparing engineering documentation. This role requires close collaboration across disciplines to ensure all functional and performance requirements are met effectively. Additionally, the Principal Mechanical Engineer will contribute to the design of tooling, as well as the creation of work instructions to support the assembly, integration, and testing of deliverable hardware. A Principal ME may also be asked to support proposal preparation and cost estimating for new projects and will be expected to work with program and functional leadership to direct the design efforts of a mechanical design team.

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Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Attalon, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Export Control Compliance

This role involves access to technology, materials, software, or hardware subject to U.S. export control laws. Therefore, to be considered, candidates must be classified as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or be eligible for authorization under a U.S. government export license.