Mechanical Design Engineer (Electronics Packaging)
About The Position
Kearfott Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer (Electronics Packaging) to design components, subassemblies, and assemblies for Kearfott GND products in accordance with internal and customer technical requirements. The role interfaces with Systems, Electrical, Test, and Software engineering disciplines, as well as Project Engineers, Program Managers, Quality Assurance, Production, and Supply Chain. The position supports mechanical and electromechanical design, ruggedized electronics and enclosure design, design for manufacturing and assembly, materials and process selection, finite element stress analysis, bill of materials generation, and configuration management. The work is performed onsite at Kearfott’s Pine Brook, New Jersey facilities. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- At least two years of post-graduation experience in a related professional role.
- Exposure to manufacturing processes.
- Experience with 3D printing technology.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD, finite element analysis, and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with configuration management of engineering documentation.
- Knowledge of GD&T.
- Experience or proficiency in Altium.
- Knowledge of IPC, WHMA, specifications for Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs), Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), wiring harnesses, and soldering.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as a team player.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
- Must work onsite at the Pine Brook, New Jersey facilities.
Nice To Haves
- Aerospace or defense background.
- Strong preference for experience in a PDM design environment.
- Experience in mechanical engineering design of electronics packaging, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry.
- SiliconExpert knowledge or experience.
Responsibilities
- Design 3D and 2D mechanical components using SolidWorks CAD.
- Design 3D and 2D electromechanical assemblies using SolidWorks CAD.
- Design ruggedized electronics and electronics enclosures.
- Apply design for manufacturing and assembly principles.
- Generate bills of materials (BOMs).
- Select materials and processes in accordance with technical specification requirements.
- Perform stress analysis using finite element analysis techniques, including Ansys and SolidWorks Simulation.
- Manage configuration in a SolidWorks PDM environment.
- Work with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure mechanical requirements are understood and implemented.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Tuition assistance.
- Paid vacation and sick days.
- Paid holidays.
- A 9/80 work week with every other Friday off.
- Monthly employee events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
