Mechanical Engineer I in Webster, Texas at Vitesse Systems LLC

Vitesse Systems is looking for a Mechanical Engineer I to join the team in Webster, Texas! The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing and analyzing components and assemblies with a keen eye for structural integrity. The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with RF Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to deliver innovative and manufacturable products or our internal and external customers.

About Vitesse Systems

Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.

Our Core Values

Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.

Our Benefits

• 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
• Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
• 401K Employer Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
• Generous Referral Program

The Role

The primary responsibility of the Mechanical Engineer is to design and analyze component and assemblies, while ensuring structural integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• People
  • Communicate technical information internally with various departments
• Processes
  • Design hardware based on customer specifications using SolidWorks
  • Perform static and dynamic analyses (modal, static, vibration) on designed hardware based on customer specifications using NEi Nastran and Femap
  • Create and maintain proper documentation associated with the design and analysis of the hardware
  • Support production and test of the hardware
  • Review and approve drawings using GD&T
  • Adhere to government regulations, industry standards, and internal guidelines to produce quality hardware in a quality setting
• Performance
  • Participate in continuing process improvement
  • Demonstrate company core values
    
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• SolidWorks or similar CAD experience desired.
• EPDM experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of ERP systems is desired.

Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who:

• Is not a United States citizen
• Is not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.
• Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)

Vitesse Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer.