Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior M echanical Design Engineer to join our technical staff in our Integrated Systems group in Santa Clarita, CA!

Santa Clarita is our center of excellence for hardware level system integration and advanced package design.

In this role, you will design and analyze complex mechanical and electromechanical systems, equipment and packaging using engineering expertise. Conduct feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs. Direct support personnel in the preparation of detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication. Provide design information to drafting for packaging documentation.

In return, we offer you the opportunity to work at the cutting edge of technology in a large, global and growing organization with competitive salary and benefits offerings.

Location: Santa Clarita, CA - Onsite

Salary Information: $ 94,700.00 - 126,300.00 per year

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)

Your Challenge:

• Conceptualize, Design, and Document Electronics Packaging Assemblies and mechanical components.

• Provide High Quality Mechanical Engineering Product Design and Solutions to support defense electronics customers, working with a diverse cross-functional team.

• Perform trade studies and market surveys in order to provide objective and subjective assessments on design approaches.

• Collaborate with other Engineering Departments, Program, and Operations in order to facilitate design activity.

• Interface with vendors in order to facilitate component and assembly delivery.

• Participate in, and provide material for, Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews (PDR and CDR).

• Design and generate prototypes.

• Generate deliverable documentation.

• Interface with internal and external customers IAW program need.

• Assist with testing and product verification activities.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace or Mechanical, from an ABET Accredited Institution and a minimum of 7 years in Aerospace, Defense or a similarly regulated industry.

• Experience with MCAD software. SolidWorks is preferred.

• Must have thorough experience in Electronics Packaging, a minimum of 5 years.

• Must have familiarity with CCA (Circuit Card Assembly) design and manufacturing.

• Experience as a Lead Mechanical Engineer on a program, interfacing with IPT Team/PMO/Customer.

• Must be Proficient in managing schedule and budget. EV training is a plus.

• Experience dispositioning Non-Conforming products and providing appropriate solutions is a must.

• Experience with Hands-On product support/troubleshooting is a plus.

• Must have Experience with Engineering Analysis / Hand-Calculations (Thermal/Structural).

• Comfortable presenting to customer at PDR, CDR, or other design-centric customer-facing meetings.

• Must be familiar with what is required at PDR, CDR, Production, and all the phases and gating processes of a production program.

• Must be experienced working with Customer Requirements.

• Mentors and trains entry-level Mechanical Engineers.

• Experience with Data Management/Configuration Control of Engineering Drawings and BOMs (PDM/PLM).

• Experience with ASME Y14.100 and its associated standards (Y14.5, Y14.24, etc…)

• Experience with ECAD software is a plus, Altium is preferred.

• Experience with cable modeling and documentation is a plus.

• Familiarity with DFM/DFA is a plus.

• Familiarity with Rapid Prototyping practices (i.e. 3D Printing) is a plus.

Who We Are:

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

The Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions facility in Santa Clarita, California is the center of excellence for hardware level system integration and advanced package design.

Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution.

For more information visit: Santa Clarita, California | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com) (https://www.curtisswrightds.com/about/company/locations/santa-clarita)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([email protected])

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([email protected]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.