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Mechanical Design Engineer

About Northwood:

Northwood is on a mission to transform connectivity between earth and space and bring the benefits of space to the masses through innovations in space communications technologies. If you like building quickly and seeing your work deployed in locations around the globe with real impact, we want you at Northwood.

Job Level:

The level of this position will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. We are open to considering candidates of varying experience levels, from mid-career to principal.

Role:

Northwood is seeking a talented and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team, specializing in the design of mechanical structures for our phased array ground station antennas. This role will involve designing and developing hardware that will be deployed all over the world as well as fabrication tooling, assembly tooling, and test fixtures. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including RF engineers, electrical engineers, manufacturing engineers, and software engineers.

Responsibilities:

Design mechanical structures, electro-mechanical integrations, and thermal solutions for phased array ground station antennas, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Develop and design tooling for fabrication and assembly processes, including test fixtures.
Collaborate with RF, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration of designs with overall system requirements.
Optimization of designs for cost, performance, and manufacturability.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in mechanical, thermal, and environmental design.
Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to ensure design objectives are met.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
1+ years of experience using a CAD software
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, including thermal management, materials selection, and structural analysis.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

3+ years of hardware design experience in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Siemens NX for 3D modeling, assembly, and drafting
Experience with the design of thermal control systems
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and ability to design for manufacturability.
Understanding of environmental and reliability testing procedures for mechanical systems.
Experience with mechanical/thermal simulation tools (e.g. ANSYS)
Basic understanding of electrical systems and components to ensure a holistic approach to system design

Additional Information:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Northwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Northwood is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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What You Should Know About Mechanical Design Engineer, Northwoodspace

Join Northwood as a Mechanical Design Engineer and become part of a vibrant team that's dedicated to revolutionizing connectivity between earth and space! Situated in El Segundo, Northwood is inspired to bring the benefits of space communications technologies to everyone, and we need your expertise to make that happen. In this role, you will specialize in designing mechanical structures for our phased array ground station antennas, developing hardware that will be deployed on a global scale. As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll enjoy the challenge of creating fabrication tools, assembly fixtures, and test equipment, while collaborating with cross-functional teams comprising RF, electrical, manufacturing, and software engineers. Your responsibilities will include ensuring that mechanical designs meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability standards while optimizing cost. A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, along with at least one year of CAD experience, is required. If you bring additional experience in hardware design and are proficient in Siemens NX, we want to hear from you! We are excited to offer a workplace that values innovation, inclusivity and the ability to see your work make a real impact around the world. Come help us shape the future at Northwood!

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What are the key responsibilities of a Mechanical Design Engineer at Northwood?

As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Northwood, your primary responsibilities include designing mechanical structures and thermal solutions for phased array ground station antennas. You will also develop tooling for fabrication and assembly, collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design integration, optimize designs for cost and performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Engaging in design reviews and delivering feedback is also a crucial part of this role.