Jobs
>
San Antonio

    LEAD ENGINEER - San Antonio, United States - Southwest Research Institute

    Southwest Research Institute background
    Description



    Who We Are:

    The Electromechanical & Optical Systems Department of the Applied Physics Division at Southwest Research Institute conceives, develops, designs, and delivers specialized custom electrical, mechanical, and optical hardware system solutions to benefit the government, industry, and the public.



    Objectives of this Role:
    • Spearhead the design, development, and implementation of innovative electrical, mechanical, and optical systems and automated solutions tailored to customer requirements.
    • Lead the integration of mechanical, electrical, optical and software components to enhance system functionality and performance.
    • Provide expert guidance and leadership to engineering teams, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and efficiency.
    • Lead complex projects, ensuring designs meet client specifications and industry standards.
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and engineering practices.


    Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
    • Design and develop electro-mechanical components and systems using CAD tools like SolidWorks, ensuring all components are precise for low volume fabrication and testing.
    • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, scientist, machinist, programmers, and technicians to ensure cohesive project execution.
    • Periodically visit customer to assess needs, solution integration challenges, and provide technical solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction and system reliability.
    • Lead and mentor early-career technical staff, providing technical guidance and support as needed.
    • Prepare detailed project documentation, including design files, assembly instructions, and system performance analyses, ensuring comprehensive records and client deliverables.


    Requirements:
    • Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering
    • 10 years: Experience in mechanical design, with a strong focus on systems, robotics, controls, and automated systems. Multi-discipline is a plus.
    • 10 years: Proficient in SolidWorks, ANSYS, and PTC Creo; experience with Visual Components is a plus.
    • 10 years: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
    • 10 years: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with diverse teams and clients.
    • A valid/clear drivers license is required.


    Special Requirements:

    Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

    Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

    For more information about this division, visit the

    Applied Physics home page.

    For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click

    here .

    For benefits information at all other locations, click here .

    An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

    Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran

    Committed to Diversity in the Workplace

    If you need assistance with completing the application, please

    Contact Us
    Back To Top

    Label

    //<

    var gExemptGroup = Salaried;var gResAppType = SALARIED;var gSubmittedFl = N;var gHasResume = ;var gHasWorkHistory = ;

    $(function () {

    //if < 800) {

    // $(width, 100%);

    // $(*).css(font-size, x-large);

    // $(margin, 5px);

    //

    = {

    label: X,

    logo: Images/x-,

    shareUrl:

    + ) + &text=Job%20Details,

    countUrl: ,

    renderer: function () {

    var $result = $(

    );

    var $link = $(target, (href, this.shareUrl).addClass(jssocials-share-link);

    var $img = $(src, ).addClass(jssocials-share-logo);

    $($img);

    $($link);

    return $result;

    ;

    $(#share).jsSocials({

    showLabel: false,

    showCount: false,

    shares: [X, facebook, linkedin, pinterest, whatsapp, email]

    );

    $(.jssocials-share-email (href, $(href));

    $(.jssocials-share-(aria-label, Link to share content on socials);

    );


  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    2 weeks ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    Objectives of this Role: · Responsible for design, analysis, documentation, verification, and test of spaceflight electronics hardware for command and control, data storage, signal processing, power generation and distribution, and communications; · Work on the full lifecycle de ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    3 days ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    Objectives of this Role: · Design architectures within a Real Time Operating System (RTOS) environment and then lead a multi-disciplinary team to develop, integrate, and test complex Avionics/Aerospace systems. · Work collaboratively to establish hardware requirements for comple ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    2 weeks ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    Who We Are: The Electromechanical & Optical Systems Department of the Applied Physics Division at Southwest Research Institute conceives, develops, designs, and delivers specialized custom electrical, mechanical, and optical hardware system solutions to benefit the government, in ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    3 weeks ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    Who We Are: · A team of engineers and technicians in SwRIs Space Sector who facilitate space science research through the fabrication and inspection of electronic printed circuit boards for spacecraft instrumentation, avionics, and electronics. · Objectives of this Role: · Man ...

  • SWRI

    LEAD ENGINEER

    2 weeks ago


    SWRI San Antonio, United States

    Responsible for design, analysis, documentation, verification, and test of spaceflight electronics hardware for command and control, data storage, signal processing, power generation and distribution, and communications; · Work on the full lifecycle design for related spacefligh ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    1 week ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    Who We Are:A team of engineers and technicians in SwRI's Space Sector who facilitate space science research through the fabrication and inspection of electronic printed circuit boards for spacecraft instrumentation, avionics, and electronics.Objectives of this Role: · Manufactur ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    5 hours ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    · Who We Are: · The Mechanical Systems Section in the Strategic Aerospace Department provides electromechanical engineering support for several US Air Force Global Strike Command and Department of Defense programs. We are a multidisciplinary team of engineers that enjoy support ...

  • Cross Resource Group

    lead engineer

    1 week ago


    Cross Resource Group San Antonio, United States

    Who We Are: · The Mechanical Systems Section in the Strategic Aerospace Department provides electromechanical engineering support for several US Air Force Global Strike Command and Department of Defense programs. We are a multidisciplinary team of engineers that enjoy supporting ...

  • SWRI

    LEAD ENGINEER

    5 days ago


    SWRI San Antonio, United States

    Lead large multidisciplinary teams to execute cradle-to-grave science and engineering projects that benefit national security. · Lead mechanical design and multi-physics analysis to support DoD clients with sustainment and modernization of legacy hardware for flight, ground supp ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    1 week ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    Who We Are: · The Tactical Aerospace Department provides world-class research, design, services, and support to the DOD market. We provide avionics and payload/mission equipment for airborne systems and solutions to legacy issues for the DoD industry, Allies, and U.S. Government ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    1 week ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    Who We Are: The Mechanical Systems Section in the Strategic Aerospace Department provides electromechanical engineering support for several US Air Force Global Strike Command and Department of Defense programs. We are a multidisciplinary team of engineers that enjoy supporting th ...

  • SWRI

    LEAD ENGINEER

    1 week ago


    SWRI San Antonio, United States

    Manufacturing Engineer to lead printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication of the Space Systems Division.Manufacture of sophisticated one-of-a kind systems that contribute to the exploration and research of space, advance scientific knowledge and safeguard our nation's security.Fabri ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    5 hours ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    · Who We Are: · A team of engineers and technicians in SwRIs Space Sector who facilitate space science research through the fabrication and inspection of electronic printed circuit boards for spacecraft instrumentation, avionics, and electronics. · Objectives of this Role: Man ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    2 days ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, United States

    · Who We Are: · We evaluate the quality and performance of conventional and new energy fuels and lubricants, including electrified vehicle applications. Our staff members can evaluate, analyze, and certify automotive products to meet SAE and industry certification standards. · ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    17 hours ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Francisco, United States Permanent

    Who We Are:The Mechanical Systems Section in the Strategic Aerospace Department provides electromechanical engineering support for several US Air Force Global Strike Command and Department of Defense programs. We are a multidisciplinary team of engineers that enjoy supporting the ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    1 week ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Francisco, United States Permanent

    Who We Are:We are a world-renowned supplier in advanced spacecraft avionics and payload processing solutions. Our state-of-the-art research and development center provides complete turn-key systems and solutions to meet the most demanding space applications. This position has the ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    3 weeks ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Francisco, United States Permanent

    Who We Are:The Embedded Systems Section in the Strategic Aerospace Department provides comprehensive engineering services to projects involving the systems engineering/technology insertion, requirements generation, cybersecurity/information assurance, trade studies, design, devel ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    17 hours ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Francisco, United States Permanent

    Who We Are:The Strategic Aerospace Department (SAD) provides aerospace related research, development, production, test and/or support to new products, sustainment, and modernization programs for the DoD industry, Allies, and Government.Objectives of this Role:Design architectures ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    1 week ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Francisco, United States Permanent

    Who We Are:Join the Tactical Products Department helping us expand and develop radar and electronics intelligence capabilities such as target detection/tracking/processing, tactical displays, and antenna advancements on mobile platforms.Objectives of this Role:Design architecture ...

  • Southwest Research Institute

    LEAD ENGINEER

    3 weeks ago


    Southwest Research Institute San Francisco, United States Permanent

    Who We Are:Tactical Aerospace is a premier supplier for aerospace and avionics systems. We design, develop and manufacture avionics, mission computers, payloads, sensors, AI systems, ground systems, and test/training systems.Objectives of this Role:Provide engineering oversight f ...