Mechanical Design Engineer

Junior Mechanical Engineering Position

Overview: Junior Mechanical Engineering position with emphasis on electronics hardware design. This position will work with a lead mechanical engineer as part of a cross-functional team of engineers to design and develop high-performance products. The scope of the position encompasses a range of responsibilities, spanning mechanical design, analysis, and integration of high-performance radio amplifiers, servers, power supplies, loudspeakers, and other electronics. Duties may also include the design, assembly and maintenance of production test fixtures as required. Mechanical engineers will also be responsible for fostering partnerships with suppliers to support engineering development activity.

Description: Create 3D models for design feasibility and interference detection. Produce 2D manufacturing & assembly drawings from 3D models. Interface with outside vendors to source custom machined, sheet metal, die-cut, and injection molded parts. Develop and manage mechanical design packages (models, drawings, BOMs). Analyze designs to determine suitability for intended purpose and environments, including (but not limited to) thermal and structural with an emphasis on vibration and shock, fatigue, etc. Perform GD&T tolerance analyses of designs to ensure manufacturability and interchangeability. Directly interface with members of the product development team to produce high quality, dependable products and resolve technical issues. Interpret and apply military, industry and customer standards. Attendance and participation in internal and customer-attended meetings. Conduct root cause analysis investigations for production and field failures. Provide input into new products, processes, standards, and plans. Provide guidance to production/manufacturing operators in the assembly of production hardware.

Qualifications: BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3-5 years prior experience OR Associates/Engineering Technology degree and 5-7 years prior experience. Fluency with 3D CAD and ability to create complex solid models and assemblies (Creo, Solidworks, Inventor, etc.) Working knowledge and experience generating 2D dimensional CAD drawings (Creo, Solidworks, Inventor, etc.) Experience designing machined, sheet metal, or injection-molded parts. Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to take direction and hunger to learn and grow as an engineer. Preferred: Experience using PTC applications, including Creo & Windchill PLM software. Experience managing large CAD assemblies (100+ parts) Experience with electronics packaging and integration (PCB's, connectors, harnesses, buttons, switches, etc.) Experience with sheet metal & machined-part design. Experience with industry standard coatings & finishes (anodize, powder coat, paint, etc.) Understanding and experience designing for both military and commercial environments. Knowledge of designing to meet MIL-STD-810 requirements.

Job Type & Location: This is a permanent position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach, VA.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 2025.

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