Radar Electronics Packaging Design Mechanical Engineer

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

1d•$87,100 - $157,450

About The Position

Leidos' Ground Based Radar Digitization (GBRD) program is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to design structural packaging for electronics components within a large radar. This is a large, multi-phase radar program with concurrent development, test, production, and sustainment activities. As a member on the radar back-end processing team, you will be responsible for the mechanical design aspects associated with component selection, electronics rack sizing, electronics rack shock isolation, electronics layout in the racks, component mounting solutions, cable routing, and cooling solutions. This role requires a seasoned technical contributor proficient in applying technical principles, theories, and concepts in mechanical engineering and analysis. You will be responsible for developing solutions to technical problems and issues that may be difficult or unclear while collaborating with other members of the mechanical, electrical, and analysis teams. This is not your average engineering position. You will work on a team of the most talented engineers in the region who push you to be better every day. This is a fast-paced program with unique technical challenges that will be a rewarding milestone in any engineering career. If you are up for the challenge of joining this team, then apply today to be considered. Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
BS + 4 years progressive engineering experience, or MS + 2 years.
Proficient with structural design via CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or AutoCAD
Experience with drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5
Basic understanding and application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
Strong attention-to-detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Active DoD security clearance (or eligibility to obtain).

Nice To Haves

Solidworks experience preferred
Windchill experience preferred
Basic understanding or experience with radars or other advanced sensing technologies.
Experience with electronics packaging, server racks, and cable routing.
Experience with electronics and server room thermal solutions.
Experience with technical data and documentation release and management in Windchill.
Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.
Knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 Technical Data Package (TDP) development.
Active DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

Support and lead mechanical engineering tasks supporting the design, analysis, manufacture, and emplacement of a new digitized radar system back-end processing solution
Support and perform technical trade studies
Apply sound engineering practices to develop concepts using CAD and mature designs that meet system requirements
Support technical peer, table-top, and internal/external design reviews
Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including CAD models, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications
Communicate and collaborate effectively with design, analysis, and fabrication teams to resolve challenges