Mechanical Design Engineer

Silvus Technologies • Los Angeles, CA

8h • $90,000 - $125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Silvus Technologies, a subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Hardware Engineering team. This role will focus on the development of Silvus’ MANET radios and other advanced R&D projects, with a strong emphasis on electro-mechanical hardware. The position is based at Silvus’ HQ in West Los Angeles, CA, and operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring a minimum of 3 days onsite per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays). The company's mission is to provide advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems for mission-critical applications in defense, law enforcement, and public safety, aiming to keep heroes connected.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electromechanical and packaging design for electronic products.
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals.
• Experience designing products with DoD MIL-STD requirements (i.e. MIL-STD--810G, MIL-STD-461, etc.).
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (preferred) or equivalent CAD tools, with the ability to generate and interpret 2D and 3D drawings.
• Proficiency in fundamentals of electrical engineering and the ability to incorporate electrical wiring and harness design.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in electromechanical packaging design including experience with rugged, waterproof electronic products.
• Knowledge of product design for harsh environments, including material selection for maritime applications.
• Prototyping experience (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining) to accelerate design validation.
• Familiarity and experience with FEA modeling and thermal analysis using simulation tools.
• Self-driven and motivated with the ability to "get the work done".
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality designs.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative, manufacturable packaging designs for new products, creating detailed CAD drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Participate in product failure root cause analysis and implement design improvement.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the production assembly and quality assurance teams.
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and failure analysis of electromechanical assemblies.
• Define and execute comprehensive First Article Acceptance Test Plans (FAAT) and Design Verification Tests (DVT) for new hardware.
• Define the manufacturing processes (DFM/DFA) and provide ongoing production support.
• Design peripheral components and accessories, focusing on usability and durability, to meet project specifications and standards.
• Design, analyze, and test product thermal management systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Consistently improve the quality of products by keeping up with the most up-to-date technologies.
• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

Benefits

• Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
• We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world.
• We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level