Mechanical Engineer II - Oxnard, CA

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 haveor be able to obtaina 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.

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

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Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.

(978) 256-1300

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