Mechanical Design Engineer

Motorola Solutions•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Silvus is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer who will report to the Team Lead, Mechanical Engineering, on the Hardware Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will participate in the development of Silvus’ MANET radios and other advanced R&D projects with an emphasis on electro-mechanical hardware. This position is on a hybrid schedule, a minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The location for this role is Silvus’ HQ in the heart of West Los Angeles, CA.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
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 or related fields.
Demonstrate 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.