Principal Mechanical Engineer

Overview This position is focused on the mechanical design, development, and manufacturing of stationary and mobile antenna systems and related equipment. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Work as part of multiple integrated product teams. In some cases, will be lead mechanical engineer on a team, while in others, will be in a support and/or advisory role Perform hands-on design and analysis, and mentor junior engineers Prepare and present design and analysis material during internal and customer design reviews Prepare detailed product manufacturing documentation such as test procedures and assembly instructions Support component and antenna system level environmental testing Interface with ThinKom production personnel and outside suppliers during manufacturing phase of programs Support business development activities by providing input for proposals Skills and/or Experience Needed BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. MS preferred 10+ years of experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering and product design and development Advanced capability in the design and analysis of positioner drive systems. Experience with precision positioners and the design or selection of bearings is preferred Advanced capability in designing for producibility, reliability, and ease of assembly and maintenance Knowledge in the areas of materials, structural and thermal analysis, dynamics, vibration and mechanical shock, heat transfer, finite element analysis, and composite structures Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques such as machining, forming, casting, injection molding, and additive manufacturing Strong knowledge of fasteners, adhesives, coatings, and related industry specifications Solid modeling, engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Experience with Creo is preferred Well versed in configuration management Technically proficient in MS Office products Other Abilities Must have excellent problem-solving abilities Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in written form Interpersonal skills to effectively work with ThinKom personnel as well as suppliers and customers Ability to effectively present information in team meetings and design reviews Additional Requirements Must be eligible to obtain and hold a US DoD Security Clearance in Support of US Government contracts/subcontracts Follow ThinKom corporate policies and design procedures Physical Demands Ability to travel up to 10% of the time This position uses a computer terminal to access, input, and retrieve data This position may be subject to interruptions that may cause a change in immediate priorities and/or work focus While performing duties of this position, employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and/or bend May occasionally lift and/or move files or boxes up to 50 pounds May be subjected to occasional irregular or extended work hours May be required to sit for extended lengths of time Must be able to work in an environment that may be subjected to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials, chemicals and, electromagnetic energy Salary Range $140,000 - $180,000 ThinKom offer generous benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401k Matching (4%), PTO, paid Holidays and Bonus Plan. ThinKom Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. ThinKom Solutions is a Drug and Alcohol free working environment with a zero-tolerance policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr