Engineer
US$170,000 – US$200,000 / yr base salary
Posted 5 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Principal Engineer – Structural and Vibration Analyst”
BranchFactor Summary
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- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$170,000 – US$200,000 / yr |
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Company Overview
Red 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. Our primary technology, supporting our ATARS product, enables pilots to simulate the cognitive challenges of flying while accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environments.
The Role
Red 6 Technologies is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer – Structural & Vibration Analyst to conduct detailed analysis of advanced hardware for military jet and rotary-wing aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural and vibration analysis, as well as experience with thermal and CFD modeling, military environmental standards, and opto-mechanical systems.
This role provides an opportunity to work on innovative technologies in augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and advanced optical sensor systems, helping redefine how pilots and warfighters train and operate.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, grow, and mentor a team of Mechanical Analysis Engineers, provide technical guidance, design leadership, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
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Perform detailed structural, vibration, and modal analyses of aerospace hardware to ensure reliability and compliance with design and environmental requirements.
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Conduct shock and dynamic analyses, including steady-state and transient vibration regimes.
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Conduct CFD analyses to evaluate system performance in highly dynamic fluid flow events.
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Develop finite element models and simulations using ANSYS Workbench, verifying analytical results through test data correlation.
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Analyze and design electronic packaging and structural components for extreme operational conditions.
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Work closely with Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Product, and Systems Engineering teams to develop integrated, flight-qualified hardware.
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Ensure compliance with relevant military and aerospace standards, including MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-516, AS9100, and MMPDS specifications.
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Support environmental test procedure development and assist in the execution and oversight of testing programs.
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Participate in design reviews, documentation generation, and technical reporting for internal and customer stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering.