Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

EchoStar•Fort Worth, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

EchoStar builds solutions that help families and communities stay connected. We’ll launch your career and empower you to change lives. Our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. We serve millions of customers with offerings ranging from satellite to streaming services and global to personal networking solutions. Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Requirements

Advanced technical proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, SolidWorks, EPDM, and engineering software applications for complex structural design.
Comprehensive expertise in aircraft design standards, FAA regulatory compliance, and structural installation principles.
Strong problem-solving abilities to evaluate customer specifications, generate repair dispositions, and resolve onsite production challenges.
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication capabilities to liaise effectively with production teams, area staff, and external partners.
Practical AI Application skills to analyze generative design options and accelerate engineering document generation.
Experience with FAA Supplemental Type Certification (STC) modifications and direct collaboration with Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs).
Direct background in satellite communications (SATCOM) integration and aircraft structural repairs.
Dual proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD software environments.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
8+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in aviation, preferably with direct experience in aviation SATCOM systems.
At least 8 years of experience with: Mechanical design, 3D CAD modeling, and structural assembly for aviation applications.
At least 8 years of experience with: Onsite production troubleshooting, engineering drawings modification, and repair dispositions.
At least 8 years of experience with: Specialized component fabrication design using composites, sheet metal, welding, and machined parts.

Responsibilities

Solves complex structural and spatial integration challenges for Satellite Communication (SATCOM) components across diverse aircraft platforms.
Resolves real-time onsite production defects and engineering drawing discrepancies.
Designs robust installation provisions for outside aircraft equipment and cabin wireless hardware.
Translates customer specifications into manufacturing-ready bill of materials and repair dispositions.
Ensures seamless manufacturing execution and strict regulatory compliance.
Execute individual mechanical design and assembly projects on time and under budget while ensuring full technical compliance with customer specifications.
Generate detailed 3D conceptual designs, installation provisions, and bills of materials for fuselage-mounted antennas, cabin SATCOM equipment, and wire harnesses.
Resolve critical onsite production issues by updating engineering drawings, authoring disposition reports, and developing custom repair schematics.
Support engineering department OKRs by maintaining continuous collaboration with production staff, external contractors, and project stakeholders.
Utilize AI-driven CAD optimization software to automate structural generative design and streamline bill of materials workflows.