Principal Mechanical Engineer- Onsite Position

Curtiss-Wright•Santa Clarita, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As our Principal Mechanical Engineer you will design and analyze complex VPX based electro-mechanical systems for thermal design, structural design, and packaging using engineering expertise. You will conduct feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs for ruggedized computing systems. Be responsible for direct support to personnel in the preparation of mechanical models, drawings, thermal, and structural reports. You will provide leadership in developing and adhering to the mechanical and environmental systems requirements as well as leading root cause corrective action in design. Location: Santa Clarita, CA- Onsite We Take Care of Our People Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture Salary Range: $ 144,100.00 - $192,100.00 per year plus bonus Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer. Your Challenge: Provides expertise in mechanical engineering to design complex equipment and systems and to assess new and existing equipment to optimize design efficiency, safety, quality and cost effectiveness. Design and conduct experiments, collect data and interpret results, conduct analysis and write analysis and test reports. Capability to draw conclusions and reconcile differences between predicted and actual results. Plan and coordinate the maintenance of moderately complex engineering solutions including documentation, reporting, publishing, and making technical or other presentations to ensure visibility of the solution(s) in an evolving environment. Designs new equipment and machinery as conceived to support the in-house needs of Manufacturing and Engineering. Assists in building, installing, debugging and testing new equipment to ensure production capabilities. May determine maintenance schedules, procedures and safety standards on current and new equipment to ensure equipment is operated, maintained and serviced properly. Determine technical objectives and develop innovative, practical solutions to advance technical engineering problems. Provide technical support to failure investigations and bid responses. Provides direct Engineering leadership in root cause corrective action (RCCA) activity for mechanical failures.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in electro-mechanical packaging, electronics or computer chassis design, thermal management and structural management of electronics
Familiar with electronic subsystems and circuit board function and design parameters
Extensive experience with SolidWorks, including FEA and FDA add-ons (thermal, vibration, shock, fluid flow)
VPX & VME Electronics Packaging experience
Extensive experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance to ASME Y14.5.
Design leadership and mentoring of less Senior Mechanical staff and the ability to delegate tasking to achieve program design objectives
Experience in leading a cross-functional team in the development of electronic subsystems, from concept to production
Ability to create models and drawings, present design reviews, and perform trade studies and design reviews.
Capable of coordinating multiple project responsibilities.
Must be a team player and have professional knowledge of MS Office Suite.
Extensive knowledge of and experience in military ruggedization of electronic subsystems, MIL-STD-810 qualification, and familiarity with VITA standards for electronics and mechanical form factors
Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering field preferred

Responsibilities

Provides expertise in mechanical engineering to design complex equipment and systems and to assess new and existing equipment to optimize design efficiency, safety, quality and cost effectiveness.
Design and conduct experiments, collect data and interpret results, conduct analysis and write analysis and test reports.
Capability to draw conclusions and reconcile differences between predicted and actual results.
Plan and coordinate the maintenance of moderately complex engineering solutions including documentation, reporting, publishing, and making technical or other presentations to ensure visibility of the solution(s) in an evolving environment.
Designs new equipment and machinery as conceived to support the in-house needs of Manufacturing and Engineering.
Assists in building, installing, debugging and testing new equipment to ensure production capabilities.
May determine maintenance schedules, procedures and safety standards on current and new equipment to ensure equipment is operated, maintained and serviced properly.
Determine technical objectives and develop innovative, practical solutions to advance technical engineering problems.
Provide technical support to failure investigations and bid responses.
Provides direct Engineering leadership in root cause corrective action (RCCA) activity for mechanical failures.