Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Electronics Packaging

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spacex

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Electronics Packaging

Redmond, WA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

    SR.MECHANICAL ENGINEER – ELECTRONICS PACKAGING 

    As a member of the development team for ground based access points for satellite communications, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing outdoor rated advanced electronic assemblies from initial concept to volume production. This position required interfacing with multiple disciplines; RF designers, EEs, ID, Reliability, Test, Manufacturing Supply chain and logistics to develop a product that can be deployed worldwide in a wide range of climates.

    RESPONSIBILITIES: 

    • Own the mechanical design, analysis and test, of a phased array antenna electronics assembly, and its support structure from concept through production launch.
    • Define requirements and write test specifications to satisfy outdoor deployments for both residential and commercial applications.
    • Drive detail mechanical design (3D Cad, thermal analysis, reliability analysis) to ensure product meets all technical, functional, and performance requirements, within stringent cost targets.
    • Establish a development schedule for design and tooling releases for design verification builds prior to high volume tooling release and Production build start.
    • Ensure development adheres to schedule, developing proof models and prototypes as needed for test validation prior to high-dollar, multi-cavity tooling commitments.
    • Perform DFM and tooling reviews with selected vendors, ensure tooling releases and bring-up is on schedule and parts are manufactured to specification and within cost goals.
    • PPAP sign off for all tools prior to release for volume production.
    • Define product assembly steps and coordinate development of any custom fixtures / test equipment for volume assembly with selected contract manufacturers.
    • Drive verification testing of prototypes and pre-production assemblies, and product qualification to specification for volume production release.
    • Interface with CM’s manufacturing and assembly teams (overseas) to ensure box build assembly throughput rates and high reliability.

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

    • Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering.
    • 8+ years of experience with electronics assemblies and box builds for high volume production.
    • 3+ years of experience with electronics packaging for outdoor products.

    PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

    • Masters of Science in mechanical engineering.
    • Highly experienced with design of electronics packaging for outdoor products and designing for RF Antennas / components.
    • Preferably experienced with GR-3108-CORE / 487-CORE, or equivalent.
    • Excellent CAD design (NX preferred) and analysis capabilities; FEA/structural analysis, Thermal simulation/analysis (CFD).
    • Demonstrated knowledge of thermal-reliability implications.
    • Experienced with mechanical design for low-loss RF radomes, and design for EMI/EMC compliance.
    • Deep experience and technical expert in designing for multiple high volume manufacturing techniques (sheet metal/die-casting, plastics injection molding, composites, finishes).
    • Extremely adept with Tolerance Analysis / GD&T for high volume production.
    • In-depth experience with Design for Six Sigma, Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP), and highly experienced in statistical process controls.
    • Familiarity with product global regulatory certification and approvals desired.
    • Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills.
    • Good planning and organizational skills with strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

    • Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

    ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

    • To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

    SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

    Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.