Mechanical Engineer II

Job Summary

We are looking for a hard-working, innovative mechanical engineer with at least 2 years of experience, 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, build, and test complex PCB assemblies and electronics subsystems, including multiple methods of cooling utilizing the latest technologies.

• Mechanical engineering tasks related to electronic module and enclosure assembly design based on open standards. Assignments include mechanical packaging design, printed wiring board layout and ECAD support, connector selection, label & cable design, thermal and structural analysis, prototype inspection & assembly, environmental testing, and the documentation required to procure and assemble hardware
• Collaborating with other disciplines including Hardware/Electrical Engineering, Project and Program Management, 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 Solid Works
• 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)
• Supporting Manufacturing/Customer builds until full transition to Production with adequate build/assembly documentation

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering or other related technical field
• At least 2 years experience
• 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 Solid Works
• Familiarity with material control processes and documentation such as routers, work instructions, etc.. and tools related to those functions (Agile, Oracle, EPDM, etc…)
• Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills
• Proficiency with standard documentation and presentation tools
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and dynamic multi‑disciplinary environment

• Masters degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or other related technical field
• 3+ years experience
• Experience and understanding of Printed Wiring Board Assemblies design and processes
• Familiarity with ANSI/VITA Standards (46.0, 48.x, 66.x, 67.x)
• Familiarity with GD&T
• Proficient in Solid Works and PDM tools
• Experience with Thermal Analysis (Flo Therm, 6
  
  Sigma, SC Stream, or SC Flow)
• Experience with Structural Analysis (Solid Works Simulation or Femap/NASTRAN)
• Experience with Test Execution and Documentation (Plans, Procedures, Reports)

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.

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