Senior Mechanical Engineer - Aviation

EchoStar•Melbourne, FL

9d•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 mastery in 3D CAD modeling, GD&T, and tolerance analysis using ASME Y14.5 standards
Comprehensive expertise in aerospace material selection, environmental qualification, and DO-160 compliance testing
Strong analytical skills in thermal management, structural simulation, and CAE finite element analysis tools
Proven cross-functional collaboration capabilities to coordinate across electrical, system, manufacturing, and external test teams
Practical AI Application skills to enhance generative CAD designs and streamline engineering documentation workflows
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Minimum Experience: 4+ years of experience in hands-on mechanical design for aerospace, electronics hardware, or communications equipment
Required Technical Skills: Must have at least 4 years of experience with: 3D CAD modeling, detailed drawing creation, and tolerance analysis
Structural and thermal analysis using analytical methods and FEA tools
Environmental and mechanical testing planning and execution

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Prior experience with Boeing and Airbus IFE/connectivity qualifications, Boeing Line Fit programs, or SFE/BFE programs
Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles, HALT/HASS testing, and aircraft structural installation methodologies

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end mechanical packaging and box-level design of IFE and connectivity hardware from concept through production release
Perform rigorous thermal and structural finite element analyses alongside classical calculations to validate design integrity
Support department OKRs by maintaining product delivery timelines, reducing design iterations, and upholding strict compliance with DO-160 testing standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, Boeing engineering, and suppliers to ensure structural interface compatibility and seamless system integration
Leverage AI Application tools to automate tolerance stack calculations, optimize thermal dissipation models, and accelerate GD&T generation