Mechanical Design Engineer

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer who will report to the Engineering Manager, Product Design 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals.
• Experience designing products with MIL-STD-810G standards.
• 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.
• Self-driven and motivated with the ability to "get the work done".
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality designs.
• Must be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen) due to U.S. government contracts
• Employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electromechanical and packaging design for rugged and waterproof electronic products.
• Prototyping experience (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining) to accelerate design validation.
• Familiarity and experience with FEA modeling and thermal analysis using simulation tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift up to 20 lbs. of equipment for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests and/or demonstrations in the field.
• Walking/moving in the labs.