À propos de ce poste Senior Mechanical Design Engineer chez Silvus Technologies
THE COMPANY
Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.
With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.
Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?
THE OPPORTUNITY
Silvus is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who will report to the Team Lead, Mechanical Engineering, on the Hardware Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will participate in the development of Silvus’ MANET radios and other advanced R&D projects with an emphasis on electro-mechanical hardware.
This position is on a hybrid schedule, a minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The location for this role is Silvus’ HQ in the heart of West Los Angeles, CA.
The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop innovative, manufacturable packaging designs for new products, creating detailed CAD drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Participate in product failure root cause analysis and implement design improvement.
- Provide technical support and guidance to the production assembly and quality assurance teams.
- Perform hands-on troubleshooting and failure analysis of electromechanical assemblies.
- Define and execute comprehensive First Article Acceptance Test Plans (FAAT) and Design Verification Tests (DVT) for new hardware.
- Define the manufacturing processes (DFM/DFA) and provide ongoing production support.
- Design peripheral components and accessories, focusing on usability and durability, to meet project specifications and standards.
- Design, analyze, and test product thermal management systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Consistently Improve the quality of products by keeping up with the most up-to-date technologies.
- Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in electromechanical packaging design including experience with rugged, waterproof electronic products; 3 years of relevant experience in electromechanical packaging design including experience with rugged, waterproof electronic products with an advanced STEM degree
- Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals.
- Experience designing products with DoD MIL-STD requirements (i.e. MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461, etc.).
- Knowledge of product design for harsh environments, including material selection for maritime applications.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks (preferred) or equivalent CAD tools, with the ability to generate and interpret 2D and 3D drawings.
- Proficiency in fundamentals of electrical engineering and the ability to incorporate electrical wiring and harness design.
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
- All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Prototyping experience (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining) to accelerate design validation.
- Familiarity and experience with FEA modeling and thermal analysis using simulation tools.
- Self-driven and motivated with the ability to "get the work done".
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality designs.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Office environment.
- Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
- Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
- Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
- Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.
- Walking/Moving in the labs
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COMPENSATION: $120,000 - $180,000 / annually
COMPENSATION
The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
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