Mechanical Design Engineer

THE COMPANY Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data. Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc. Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer who will report to the Team Lead, Mechanical Engineering, 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. This position is on a hybrid schedule, a minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The location for this role is Silvus’ HQ in the heart of West Los Angeles, CA. The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.  ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 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. Perform other related duties of which the above are representative. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields. Minimum of 2 years of experience in electromechanical and pack...