Principal Mechanical Engineer
$140,000–$180,000 year
On-siteHawthorne, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead mechanical design, analysis, and execution of complex stationary and mobile antenna systems and precision mechanical assemblies from concept through manufacturing. Serve as the Lead Mechanical Engineer on flagship programs, overseeing structural, thermal, dynamic, and vibration analyses to ensure reliability in extreme environments. Drive rapid prototyping, root-cause troubleshooting, and design-for-manufacturing efforts with internal production teams and external suppliers. Mentor junior and mid-level engineers while presenting architectural concepts and trade-off analyses during major design reviews and technical proposal efforts. Requires 10+ years of hands-on experience, U.S. citizenship or Green Card, and advanced CAD proficiency.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- 10+ years of deep hands-on experience in mechanical engineering, product design, and complex hardware development
- Expert-level knowledge of GD&T, detailed drawing creation, DFM/DFA, and engineering configuration management
- Advanced expertise with 3D CAD modeling software
- U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder)
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree
- Advanced design and analysis of precision positioner drive systems and precision bearing selection/kinematics
- Deep experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) focusing on dynamic shock, vibration, heat transfer, and structural fatigue
- Expertise with composite structures, advanced materials, precision gear trains, and specialized coatings/adhesives
- Familiarity with diverse manufacturing processes: machining, casting, forming, injection molding, and additive manufacturing
- Creo
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