Principal Mechanical Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Act as a vital technical contributor for programs and products supported by the department.

• Create RF systems designed for challenging thermal conditions and high-vibration environments.

• Lead projects in the capacity of Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) or Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL).

• Collaborate with programs to ensure success in technical, cost, and scheduling aspects.

• Manage the job assignments and performance of junior engineers.

• Utilize knowledge in electronics packaging design and manufacturing.

• Conduct or assist with thermal and structural design and analysis.

• Engage with the design, construction, and failure modes of electrical components.

• Implement printed wiring board and circuit card assembly processes and best practices.

• Work with installation processes and failure modes for surface-mount and through-hole components.

• Apply techniques in metal fabrication and finishing.

• Design mechanical RF isolation systems.

• Employ environmental testing methods and equipment.

• Offer technical guidance and mentor cross-functional teams.

• Deliver technical presentations and cultivate customer relationships.

• Foster positive relationships with functional and program leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• A degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with at least 5 years of experience.

• Proven experience in mechanical design, development, and/or implementation of defense-related electronic systems.

• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Knowledge of ASME drawing and documentation standards and procedures.

• At least three years of experience in creating and documenting mechanical designs using Pro/Engineer/CREO or similar modeling tools.

• U.S. citizenship is required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.

• An active and existing DoD Secret security clearance is required from day one.

🏝️ Benefits

• Healthcare, wellness, and work/life benefits.

• Parental leave, including leave for fathers.

• Flexible work schedules.

• Achievement awards.

• Educational assistance.

• Backup care for children and adults.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Long-term disability coverage.

• 401(k) matching program.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Employee assistance program.

• Employee Scholar Program.

• Paid time off.

• Holidays.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available.