Elbit America, Inc.
Roanoke, VA, USA
Job Title: Principal Mechanical (Design) Engineer Job Summary: Leads the mechanical design of electro‑optical (EO) systems and opto‑mechanical assemblies from concept through production. Designs major components or major portions of a functional system to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations. Translates customer and market requirements into robust mechanical architectures, balancing performance, manufacturability, cost targets, and configuration control. Utilizes CAD/PLM tools to create detailed models, drawings, and documentation; performs mechanical and thermal analyses; and works as a cross‑functional liaison to ensure seamless system integration and production readiness. Coaches and trains junior and senior engineers, establishes reusable design patterns and playbooks, and serves as final technical approver for critical designs. Responsibilities and Tasks: Own the mechanical architecture and design of electro‑optical enclosures,...