Mechanical Engineer II at Mercury Systems

Job Summary

Mercury Systems is seeking a hard-working, innovative mechanical engineer who can learn quickly and bring a fresh perspective to complex design challenges. In this role, you will have a hands-on opportunity to design, analyze, test complex RF PCBAs, and RF module assemblies, including multiple methods of cooling utilizing the latest technologies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Mechanical engineering tasks related to electronic module assembly design based on open standards. (Assignments include mechanical packaging design, printed wiring board layout and ECAD support, connector selection, label & cable design, prototype inspection & assembly, environmental testing, and the documentation required to procure and assemble hardware)
• Collaborating with other disciplines including Hardware/Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement as part of your daily activities
• Taking products from concept design all the way through integration, test, and production release
• Conceptualization, design, development, analysis and documentation of mechanical hardware and/or systems for use in rugged military applications
• Design of complex fixturing to support testing and advanced manufacturing techniques
• Creation of complex models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks
• Communication of design concepts and document product to diverse audiences internal and external to Mercury
• Supporting product verification testing such as thermal, airflow, vibration, mechanical shock, humidity, and environmental stress screening
• Driving procurement of prototype material to verify form, fit, and function
• Failure analysis of discrepant material in coordination with manufacturing and application engineering
• Drafting Test plans and Inspection reports as part of verification and validation
• Structuring Bills of Material (BOMs/PLs)
• Drafting and managing Engineering Change Requests (ECRs/ECOs)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering 
• Typically requires 2+ years of experience 
• Experience and understanding of Printed Wiring Board Assemblies design and processes
• An understanding of heat transfer and thermal management
• General knowledge of both conventional manufacturing techniques and advanced manufacturing, such as additive manufacturing
• Experience with 3D CAD software, such as SolidWorks
• Familiarity with material control processes and documentation such as routers, work instructions, etc. and tools related to those functions (Agile, Oracle, EPDM, etc)
• Proficiency with standard documentation and presentation tools
• This position is onsite in Oxnard, CA with no relocation assistance provided
• This position requires you to have or be able to obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• aerospace and defense industry experience
• Familiarity with ANSI/VITA Standards (46.0, 48.x, 66.x, 67.x)
• Familiarity with GD&T
• Proficient in SolidWorks
• Experience with Thermal Analysis (FloTherm, 6Sigma, SC Stream, SC Flow)
• Experience with Structural Analysis (SolidWorks Simulation, Femap/NASTRAN)

"This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government."

Full-Time Equivalent Annual Salary Range: $71,300 - $142,600 for an Individual Contributor II at Oxnard, CA USA.          

The disclosed salary range is a general guideline for Mercury team members employed at the job level at the location listed above and does not include overtime for eligible hourly employees.                                                                 

Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including:                                                                                                                        

 - the role and related responsibilities;                                                                                                                         

 - prior work experience;                                                                                                                         

 - education, training, skills and certifications;                                                                                                                         

 - internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles;                                                                                     

 - geographic location; and                                                                                                                         

 - alignment with market data.                                                                                                                          

In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including:                                                                                                                        

 - bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);

 - health, life and disability insurance;                                                                                                                         

 - company-paid holidays and time off;                                                                                                                        

 - 401(k) retirement plan;                                                                                                                         

 - discounted employee stock purchase plan;

 - tuition reimbursement; and                                                                                                                         

 - access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.