Senior Mechanical Engineer

Overview

• Lead mechanical engineering efforts for high-reliability systems in a contract-based role.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, analyze, and test mechanical components.
• Utilize advanced CAD tools and engineering analysis methods to optimize designs.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to product development from concept through production phases.
• Focus on reliability, performance, and continuous improvement in designs.
• Work onsite in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Support environmental and performance testing for validation and verification.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and validate mechanical designs using CAD tools and simulation methods.
• Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and ensure manufacturability of designs.
• Collaborate with electrical and manufacturing teams for hardware integration.
• Conduct environmental and performance testing to meet regulatory standards.
• Manage product development timelines and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Apply knowledge of RF, EMI/EMC considerations in hardware design.
• Support high-rate production environments and in-house manufacturing lines.
• Ensure compliance with FAA certification processes and standards.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in mechanical/electromechanical design and testing.
• Proficiency in CAD tools like Creo or SolidWorks and FEA/CFD methods.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and hardware development.
• Experience with electronic board assembly design and thermal management solutions.
• Knowledge of GD&T, DFM, and DFA principles for production-ready designs.
• Familiarity with FAA certification processes and regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams.