Mechanical Engineer II

Job Summary

We are looking for a hard-working, innovative mechanical engineer with at least 3 years of experience, who can learn quickly and bring a fresh perspective to complex design challenges. In this role, you will have a hands-on opportunity to design, analyze, and test complex subsystem and rugged server designs, including multiple methods of cooling utilizing the latest technologies.

Job Responsibility

• Mechanical engineering tasks related to electronic subsystem and server design with components based on open standards.
  • Assignments include mechanical packaging design, printed wiring board layout and ECAD support, connector selection, label & cable design, test equipment, prototype inspection & assembly, environmental testing, and the documentation required to procure and assemble hardware.
  • Collaborating with other disciplines including Hardware/Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement as part of your daily activities.
  • Conceptualization, design, development, analysis and documentation of mechanical hardware and/or systems for use in rugged military applications.
  • Design of complex fixturing to support testing and advanced manufacturing techniques.
  • Creation of complex models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks.
  • Communication of design concepts and document product to diverse audiences internal and external to Mercury.
  • Supporting product verification testing such as thermal, airflow, vibration, mechanical shock, humidity, and environmental stress screening.
  • Drafting Test plans and Inspection reports as part of verification and validation.
  • Structuring Bills of Material (BOMs/PLs).
  • Drafting and managing Engineering Change Requests (ECRs/ECOs).

Required Qualification

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering or other related technical field.
• At least 3 years experience.
• An understanding of heat transfer and thermal management.
• General knowledge of both conventional manufacturing techniques and advanced manufacturing, such as additive manufacturing.
• Experience with 3D CAD software, such as SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with material control processes and documentation such as routers, work instructions, etc. and tools related to those functions (Agile, Oracle, EPDM, etc…).
• Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard documentation and presentation tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic multi-disciplinary environment.

Preferred Qualification

• Masters degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or other related technical field.
• 5+ years experience.
• Experience and understanding of Printed Wiring Board Assemblies design and processes.
• Experience and understanding of chassis and digital/fiber optic cable design.
• Experience presenting design and analysis at Prime subcontractor and Government milestone events (PDR/CDR/TRR).
• Familiarity with ANSI/VITA Standards (46.0, 48.x, 66.x, 67.x).
• Familiarity with GD&T.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and PDM tools.
• Experience with Thermal Analysis (FloTherm, 6Sigma, SC Stream, or SC Flow).
• Experience with Structural Analysis (SolidWorks Simulation or Femap/NASTRAN).
• Experience with Test Execution and Documentation (Plans, Procedures, Reports), Fulltime Equivalent Job Grade Salary Range for this position $65,200.00 - $130,400.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in FL, GA, IN, AZ, AL, MD or TX, and all remote employees $73,000.00 - $146,000.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in VA, CA, NH or MA $76,900.00 - $153,900.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in NJ, Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including: the role and related responsibilities; prior work experience; education, training, skills and certifications; internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles; geographic location; and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including: bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions); health, life and disability insurance; company-paid holidays and time off; 401(k) retirement plan; discounted employee stock purchase plan; tuition reimbursement; and access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse. Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock-based awards. Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location)