Mechanical Engineer

At Arete, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

Discover your future with us.

As a Mechanical Engineer at Arete, you will be responsible for designing, modeling, analyzing, assembling, and testing mechanical, electro-mechanical, and opto-mechanical systems and components. These advanced technologies are primarily employed in maritime and aerial environments, where your expertise will contribute to our ongoing pursuit of excellence. This is a exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position based in our Tucson, AZ office.

Primary responsibilities:

• Develop system specifications and requirements as needed.
• Create conceptual designs for custom mechanical components and select appropriate components.
• Conduct calculations, modeling, and simulations to predict mechanical system performance.
• Participate in design reviews and technical briefings as required.
• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Create assembly drawings and instructions.
• Coordinate the quoting process and provide fabrication support.
• Develop assembly and testing documentation, procedures, and fixtures as necessary.
• Assemble and test systems.
• Assist in lab and field test experiments.
• Travel typically ranging from 10-20%.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Generous PTO and Leave Times

• Flextime Scheduling
• Bereavement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Funds

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement

Qualities We Look For

• Creativity
• Integrity
• Passion
• Responsiveness
• Collaboration

Experiences and Background We Look For

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Experience with CAD software (Creo or SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiarity with Finite Element or Computational Fluid Dynamic Analysis (ANSYS/Fluent preferred)
• Capable of implementing hardware solutions
• Comfortable working in a hands-on general machine shop environment
• Proficient in using standard MS Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Able to support outdoor field tests, lab assembly, test and integration hands-on tasks, occasional lifting of hardware as required, and occasional travel.

Nice to have

• 2 yrs. experience with BS/BA; 0 yrs. experience with MS/MA
• Proficient in programming, with experience in Python, C , or MATLAB
• Adaptable and able to support various roles in different system development projects.
• Possesses intellectual curiosity and a strong desire for continuous learning.
• A skilled and innovative problem solver
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Exhibits a strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented in approach
• Proactively conducts research to fill knowledge gaps by consulting available literature as needed.

The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $130,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Arete will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

Other Considerations

Arete is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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