Mechanical Engineer in Ocala

Job Description

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Antennas For Communications (AFC) is seeking applications for one full-time Engineer/Senior Engineer position in Mechanical Engineering Group at their facility in Ocala, Florida.

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Requirements:

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Applicant shall have a Graduate Degree in the field of Mechanical/Structural Engineering. Ph.D in this field is desirable, but not required.

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He/she must be a United States / Permanent  and should be willing to move/relocate to Ocala, Florida.

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Job Description:

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The ideal candidate for this position should have design and practical experience in the area of:

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• Structural designing and development of finite element models, and analysis by using finite element analysis (FEA) technique.

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• Interpretation of FEA results, making recommendations, and writing analysis reports.

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• Optimization of designs using FEA results.

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• Creation and modification of 3D solid models by using 3D-CAD software. Experience with Autodesk Inventor is desirable.

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• In-depth understanding of mechanics as well as finite element analysis theory

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• In-depth understanding of material properties, material testing and verification for various material types. Familiarity with composite materials is desirable.

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• Structural analysis for linear/nonlinear problems. Familiarity with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is desirable for analyzing fluid-structure interactions.

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• Understanding of vibration/seismic, buckling and thermal analysis

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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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• Highly conversant with using Matlab/Mathematica as well as ability to understand and develop programming code.

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• Adequate electrical engineering knowledge to communicate with the Electromagnetic Engineering Group as well as electricians.

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• Technical support of manufacturing/QC/CAD department and continuous product improvement. Familiarity with composite material fabrication techniques is desirable.

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• Technical support of field installation/operational activities. Familiarity with civil and construction is desirable.

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• Have social skills to be able to work in a small business environment.

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• Be able to clear background check with no prior convictions or arrests.

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• Past experience with any DoD projects is desirable.

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