Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Company Information

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd.

(NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high‑technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit  or follow us on You Tube.

Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65‑year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.

As a world leader in low‑light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of the networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm’s way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.

The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!

Designs major components or major portions of a functional system to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations. Utilizes CAD software to develop basic designs and make preliminary layouts, sketches and notes necessary to present design proposals. Investigates and makes decisions regarding pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replaceability, strength‑weight efficiency, contractual specification requirements and cost.

Functions as the liaison between R&D, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Configuration Management, and other key groups. Tasks will include documenting Critical to Quality (CTQ) characteristics on a variety of purchased parts and assemblies, designing/revising tooling and fixturing and assisting other engineers to create new designs and revise existing designs.

• Must be able to assist in analyzing customer requirements and translate them into mechanical approaches that meet these requirements. Requirements include collecting the voice of the customer and consideration of Human Factors design principles.
• Generate a system mechanical layout including all of the components of a thoroughly detailed design using the Creo Parametric CAD system with minimal supervision from a SME.
• Perform component tolerance analyses to ensure component fit and function.
• Participate in the fabrication and inspection of the components for proof of concept and prototype parts with minimal supervision. This includes working with other departments and the SME to aid in supplier and manufacturer selection.
• Prepare for design reviews and present material as part of both internal and external reviews.
• Participate in peer design reviews for the more complex mechanical design approaches.
• Perform initial hands‑on component assembly and debugging of prototype systems. Assist manufacturing engineer/production during initial production system builds.
• Be able to work with a SME to select the proper materials, material finishes and fabrication processes required to meet stringent performance, environmental and other requirements.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 6+ years’ experience with product/tool design with CAD tools, preferably Creo Parametric using data management tools such as…