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Mechanical Engineer

Emcore Corporation
Tinley Park, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/21/2025 CLOSED ON 1/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Emcore Corporation?

EMCORE, we're committed to attracting and nurturing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about their work. Our employees share a common purpose-supporting our customers' missions while pursuing their own professional growth. We foster an inclusive and engaging workplace culture where innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance thrive. Core to our values is a steadfast commitment to excellence, community engagement, and integrity in everything we do.About EMCOREEMCORE Corporation is a leading independent provider of advanced inertial navigation solutions for the aerospace, defense, commercial, and industrial sectors. As pioneers in fiber optic gyros, ring laser gyros, and MEMS technologies, we drive innovation across a wide range of navigation applications.Mechanical EngineerLocation: Tinley Park, IL Job Type: Full Time Department: Engineering Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical product development efforts from concept through completion of Emcore's inertial sensor products. In this position, the Mechanical Engineer will collaborate closely with cross functional engineering team to integrate subsystems through analysis, thermal and vibration modeling, and finite element analysis (FEA) to ensure robust product performance.Key Responsibilities: Lead mechanical design product development efforts from concept through production, including concept generation, design (CAD), analysis, prototyping, test/verification, and transition to manufacturing partners.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical designs into larger systems.Solve complex design challenges using innovative, non-standard approaches.Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for design and production issues.Develop and present materials for Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), and design reviews.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required; Master's degree preferred.5 years of experience in mechanical engineering.Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).Design, analysis, and verification of embedded systems including electronics packaging & thermal management. Understanding of the dynamic response (thermal, vibration, etc.) affecting critical operational parameters and reliability.Good understanding of technical drawing best practices and GD&T (ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.100).Design for manufacturing experience (FMEA, DFM and DFT).Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment to produce innovative solutions to challenging problems.Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels. Preferred Skills:Experience in the design, development, production, and testing of inertial sensors and inertial navigation systems. FEA experience (ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation preferred).Experience with MIL-STDs and qualification testing. Hands-on experience with mechanical lab and environmental test equipment, i.e., vibration tables, temperature chambers, etc.Strong team collaboration skills and openness to feedback from peers and leadership.If you're passionate about mechanical design and ready to work on cutting-edge projects, we'd like to hear from you! Apply today and be part of an innovative team.This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. Emcore reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. *As a federal contractor, we are required to have all candidates/employees pass a criminal background check and a multi-panel drug screening, prior to starting employment. The salary range for this role is $90K to $145K. Emcore also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(K) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and Company paid holidays. *ITAR REQUIREMENTS: Separate from employment eligibility (Form 1-9), U.S. export license requirements may apply before the Company can provide certain non-"U.S. persons" with access to specific technology, software and hardware that may be necessary for a position. As such, this position may require ITAR or EAR clearance. EMCORE Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Physical Requirements: Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.

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