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Full-time
bachelor degree
Flexible Work Schedule, Career Growth, Competitive Salary, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
Posted 18d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Develop and analyze mechanical and electromechanical subsystems for next-generation lidar products used in defense and space applications. This includes creating CAD models, performing structural and thermal analyses, and validating designs through prototyping and testing.
Requirements
Requires a BS or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 0-5 years of hands-on experience. Proficiency in 3D CAD tools, specifically SolidWorks, and a strong grasp of engineering fundamentals are essential.
Full job description
Psionic, Inc. is seeking an early career Mechanical Engineer to help develop innovative, production‑ready instrumentation for next‑generation electro‑optics systems. The ideal candidate brings a diverse, hands‑on background in mechanical engineering and electro‑optical instrumentation and will complement our on‑site team in Hampton, Virginia.
What a Great Mechanical Engineer will be doing
This role focuses on developing next‑generation lidar products for defense and space applications. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary engineering team to design, analyze, prototype, and test mechanical and electromechanical subsystems that meet rigorous aerospace and defense standards. Responsibilities include creating CAD models, performing structural and thermal analyses, supporting prototyping and assembly, and validating designs through analysis and test. The role requires applying core principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, hydraulics, and materials science.
Our systems must operate reliably under demanding environmental conditions. The candidate will verify product performance through modeling and testing. Projects span lab demonstrations, field measurement campaigns, prototype development, and transitioning designs into manufacturing.
Required Education & Requirements
BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
0–5 years of hands‑on engineering experience.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and experience designing and analyzing mechanical and optomechanical systems.
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred).
Ability to learn new skills and adapt to emerging technologies.
Experience with systems engineering principles and full life‑cycle product development.
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues during product testing.
Experience with the design, development, calibration, and deployment of advanced electronic measurement or instrumentation systems-particularly for laboratory, aero, or space‑flight applications-is a plus.
Structural and thermal analysis experience is a plus.
Major Responsibilities
Develop mechanical and electromechanical products by interpreting customer requirements, researching manufacturing and assembly methods, evaluating materials, and incorporating operator feedback.
Create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings that account for manufacturability, harsh‑environment performance, and cost.
Analyze designs to ensure compliance with structural, thermal, and environmental requirements.
Ensure product and system quality by developing test methods, verifying performance, and validating fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
Prepare clear, concise engineering reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing technical data and trends.
Communicate engineering information effectively through written documentation and oral presentations.
Maintain product and company compliance with applicable government regulations.
Serve as the mechanical and structural lead for assembly and manufacturing, including documentation, technician training, and hands‑on guidance.
Contribute to overall system success by applying mechanical engineering expertise, identifying interface issues, collaborating effectively with other disciplines, and supporting hardware development for space‑flight and defense systems.
Team Culture/Benefits
Join a diverse and dynamic team that provides creative opportunities, collaborative efforts, and groundbreaking technology
Flexible work schedule
Career growth- Psionic, Inc. values and invests in its family and promotes from within regularly
We offer a competitive salary
Benefits including health, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, and 401(k)
Who We Are
Born in space and engineered for extreme performance, Psionic, Inc. is more than technology. Integrity, teamwork and customer focus are among the values that define who we are individually and as a company. Our core team is comprised of many of the experts and engineers behind NASA's groundbreaking technology and we have added industry experts to help us solve important problems for the world's Space, Defense, and Automotive industries and organizations.
Psionic, Inc. Values our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. We are a startup, focused on lidar sensors for autonomous vehicles. We are building a culture of high performance that we think can change the world for the better. Based in Hampton, Virginia.
Psionic, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position requires access to export-controlled
technology or software source code and the position is subject to U.S. export control laws.
Related keywords
LidarElectro-opticsAerospaceDefenseSolidWorksCADStructural AnalysisThermal AnalysisOptomechanicsSystems EngineeringProduct Life CycleInstrumentationSpace-flightManufacturingMaterials ScienceThermodynamics
Psionic is an autonomous, dual-use navigation company delivering superior performance in GPS-denied environments.
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Hampton, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
1,485
Total funding
$3M
Psionic’s proprietary navigation and perception technology improves performance, safety, and precision in the most challenging environments on Earth and in Space.
Offices: 1100 Exploration Way, Hampton, Virginia 23666, US
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