Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs

Silvus Technologies (International)

Location:
United States, Los Angeles

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

90000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

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.

Job Responsibility:

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

Requirements:

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

Nice to have:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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