Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical EngineerLocation: Onsite MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum-centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission-critical communications and space-based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn-key solutions. Civilian government, military and commercial customers rely on MPG's deep engineering expertise, and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it. MPG operates engineering and manufacturing facilities in: Austin, TX; Position OverviewPrimarily responsible for the design efforts for electro-mechanical packaging for radio frequency (RF) devices. Position utilizes CAD to design, evaluate, and solve packaging, thermal, and stress challenges related to the assembly of electronic hardware within standard and custom designed enclosures.Job Duties/ResponsibilitiesDesign high performance mechanical assemblies and support production of designs by production teamsDesign mechanical structures that house circuit card assemblies, electronic components, subassemblies, etc.Conduct the thermal, mechanical stress, and vibration analysis of electro-mechanical enclosures, heat exchange mechanisms, and printed circuit boards used on airborne, maritime, and ground-mobile RF equipmentConduct air flow calculations to determine mass flow (lb/min), volume flow, velocity, pressure drop, etc., with ambient, inlet, and outlet variables such as temperature, altitude, and pressureDesigns and develops PCB's and PCBA's IAW IPC-2221Produce and maintain the documentation related to the mechanical aspects of a designDevelop detail drawings and Bills of Materials (BOM) for assigned product designsIncorporate engineering change ordersSupport research and investigation to determine the root cause analysis of mechanical failuresSupport new program proposal efforts including technical interchange with potential customersSupport and aid in the development of multiple mechanical designersKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExperience in thermal and structural analysis, and electro-mechanical packaging required, NASTRAN is preferredExperience using thermal and stress analysis software is requiredAutoDesk Inventor and AutoCAD preferredExperience with PCB layout software.General knowledge of MIL-STD testing is requiredKnowledge of Airborne Mil environments preferredKnowledge of thermal and mechanical test equipment preferredKnowledge of IPC standards preferredMust have excellent written and verbal skillsMust be able to effectively and efficiently communicate with other departments, including manufacturing, quality and managementMust be able to communicate effectively with the customer (both internal and external), both in verbal and written formatsRequirementsMust be a US Person (US Citizen or permanent resident – green card holder)Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience OR MS in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university and 3+ years of relevant experienceExperience with 3D CAD software requiredExperience with military standards and specifications requiredExperience with military electro-mechanical enclosure designs highly desiredISO and lean manufacturing experience highly desiredAbility to obtain a DoD security clearanceWorks from minimal documentation, written or verbal instructions, schematics, rough sketches, diagrams, and layoutsPay Range: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. medical, dental and vision insurance; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; paid time off, including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance, business travel services; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply.