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CACI International Mechanical Engineer in Los Gatos, California

Mechanical Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

At CACI Ops-West, we specialize in the design, development and manufacturing of complex, state-of-the-art Optical Communication systems for military, space, and commercial applications.

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team. Responsibilities include:

  • Design and analysis of hardware for harsh conditions including high dynamic loads and wide thermal environments

  • Experience in designing active and passive thermal control systems and thermal and dynamic/stress analysis

  • Specifying and evaluating mechanical hardware including, but not limited to, the following:

  • Engineering materials

  • Automated and manual motion control systems

  • Thermal management / temperature control systems

  • Mechatronics analysis and design for precision optical communication systems a plus

  • Laboratory validation and testing of test setups, breadboard and prototype subsystems

  • Creating and presenting design review materials to other members of the team as well as customers

  • Providing technical support for new concepts and proposals

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

  • 3+ years of experience in the design, analysis, and test of precision mechanisms

  • Excellent hands-on and laboratory skills in building, testing and validation of optical subsystems, and thermal and dynamic subassemblies

  • Experience in successfully transitioning prototype designs into production

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired but not required:

  • Familiarity with free-space optical communication systems

  • Familiarity with the design and integration of opto/electo-mechanical systems

  • Space-based (satellite) payload experience

Citizenship

Due to the nature of much of the work we do, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens only.

What We Can Offer You:

  • We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

  • Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

  • We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

  • We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

  • For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits)

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$66,100 - $135,600

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