Job Summary:
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:
- Create 3D CAD Creo models and drawings as part of an integrated product team under the direction of a lead Mechanical Engineer and Program Manager
- Provide effective design support during the conceptual and detailed design phases of a product development program
- Serve as a mentor to the mechanical engineering team in the areas of top-down assembly design, part modeling, manufacturing drawings, GD&T, and design for manufacturability
- Prepare and present design material during internal and customer design reviews
- Prepare detailed product manufacturing documentation such as assembly instructions
- Interface with ThinKom production personnel and outside suppliers during the manufacturing phase of programs
- Support business development activities by providing input for proposals
Skills and/or Experience Needed:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field desired, but not required
- 7+ years of experience in product design and development
- Extensive Creo experience in top-down assembly design, part modeling, assembly management, and manufacturing drawings; experience with Creo Cabling is preferred
- Advanced capability in designing for producibility, reliability, and ease of assembly and maintenance
- Strong knowledge of GD&T
- Knowledge of fasteners, adhesives, coatings, and related industry specifications desired
- Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques such as machining, forming, casting, injection molding, and additive manufacturing
- Experience in the design of positioner drive systems and the design or selection of bearings is preferred
- Well versed in configuration management
- 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
- 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
- Follow ThinKom corporate policies and design procedures
Physical Demands:
- 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: $70k - $100k
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.