Electronics Packaging Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Electronics Packaging Engineer to help us develop mechanical systems. As a member of the Concept Design & Realization Branch, you will be working with teams of passionate engineers and scientists who design, analyze, and test systems for all of APLs Mission Areas. Our team strives to deliver robust mechanical solutions to APLs most difficult problems. Our team values leadership and communication skills and we cultivate an environment of collaboration. Your primary responsibility will be to lead the design effort of electromechanical hardware from concept thru delivery, including thermal and structural analysis, detailed design, assembly, and testing.

Requirements

Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related discipline.
5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
Experience with full product development lifecycle, including design, structural/thermal analysis, and integration.
Familiarity with CAD and CAE software (CREO, SolidWorks, ANSYS, FEMAP, etc).
A proven ability to work closely with engineering teams to develop systems.
High initiative, motivation, flexibility, and interest in working in a fast-paced team environment.
Good communications and team building skills.
Occasional travel to government and contractor facilities as required.
Occasional work in secure facilities.
Able to obtain a Secret level security clearance.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related discipline.
Prior experience designing, analyzing, and qualifying electromechanical systems for military applications.
Hands on experience with thermal and structural analysis.
Completed several mechanical packaging projects from start to finish.
Demonstrated the ability to work closely with engineering teams in all phases of the design, analysis, assembly, and testing process.
Familiarity with NASA and MIL requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead the design effort of electromechanical hardware from concept thru delivery, including thermal and structural analysis, detailed design, assembly, and testing.
Work in a fast-paced environment requiring innovative solutions to difficult technical challenges.
Promote engineering standard methodologies and work on state of the art hardware.
Work with other engineers and scientists on unique research and development efforts.
Participate in design reviews and team meetings.
Mentor junior members of the team.