Communications & Power Industries (CPI) · 18 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer IV
Irving, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expCommunications & Power Industries (CPI) is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems, and they are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer to join their engineering team. This role involves hands-on design and validation of rugged Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and electromechanical systems, requiring collaboration across functions and ownership of designs from concept to final build.
ElectronicsManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Executing the mechanical design of components and subsystems for complex antenna terminals using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Researching and analyzing vendor products and COTS components to determine the feasibility and application of new designs
Creating and maintaining a complete technical data package, including drawings, assembly procedures, and Bills of Material (BOMs), while adhering to engineering change management processes
Supporting advanced engineering analysis (FEA, thermal) using tools like Ansys and MathCAD to validate design performance
Participating directly in the assembly, integration, and verification of prototypes through hands-on testing
Developing clear documentation and providing hands-on support to train manufacturing technicians for production handoff
Owning your individual project tasks, providing accurate schedule estimates, and ensuring your deliverables align with key program milestones
Actively participating in and supporting formal design and peer reviews to ensure technical excellence and alignment
Driving full-lifecycle product support, which includes analyzing mechanical failures, managing component obsolescence, providing direct customer support, and developing assembly and troubleshooting guides for internal teams
Working closely with other disciplines to ensure the successful integration of the complete electromechanical system
Traveling up to 25% (domestic and international) to support system deployment, suppliers, or customers
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
3+ years of experience designing rugged, electromechanical products, preferably in an NPI or IRAD environment
A U.S. Citizen status and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks and a working knowledge of AutoCAD
A passion for Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Assembly (DFA) to create elegant, efficient, and repeatable designs
Experience using ERP/PLM systems for managing BOMs and engineering changes with obsessive detail
Experience using Ansys and/or MathCAD for design validation (FEA, thermal)
A hands-on, builder's mindset; you're as comfortable with a wrench as you are with a mouse
The ability to excel as a critical team member in a lean, fast-paced environment
Preferred
A strong understanding of RF principles and electronic packaging (highly desired)
Familiarity with collaborative tools like Azure DevOps or Jira
Benefits
Health and wellness programs
Career development
Generous retirement savings plan with company match
Company
Communications & Power Industries (CPI)
Communications & Power Industries (CPI) is a world leader in large aperture antennas, components and systems, manufacturing advanced high-power and high-frequency technologies and systems that power critical government and commercial applications worldwide.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TJC
2022-04-19Private Equity
Leadership Team
Andy Ivers
President & CEO
Laura Kowalchik
Chief Financial Officer
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