Level I Mechanical Engineer

Level I Mechanical Engineer

Summary of Duties

North Star Scientific Corporation is seeking a Level I Mechanical Engineer to support the design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing of ruggedized radar and communication systems. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers while applying fundamental mechanical engineering principles and developing technical expertise in product design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing.

• Provides mechanical engineering support for the design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing of ruggedized radar and communication systems.
• Assists in the design of electronic packaging, thermal management solutions, cable assemblies, test fixtures, and custom mechanical components and assemblies using 3D CAD software.
• Assists with thermal and structural analyses using analytical calculations and computational simulation tools to evaluate design performance.
• Develops engineering documentation, including detailed drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, technical procedures, and engineering reports.
• Supports verification and validation testing to ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and customer requirements.
• Assists with the setup, operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of environmental and mechanical test equipment, including temperature, altitude, humidity chambers, and electrodynamic vibration (shaker) systems.
• Supports the Quality Assurance department by assisting with root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous product quality improvements.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, procurement, and production, to support product development and manufacturing activities.
• Performs engineering assignments of limited to moderate complexity while developing technical knowledge and professional skills.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Scope of Position

Reports To: Lead Engineering Staff

Supervises: None

Signature Authority: None

Level of Interactions: Regularly collaborates with project technical leads, engineering group leaders, senior engineers, technicians, quality assurance personnel, manufacturing, procurement, and outside vendors to support the design, testing, production, and delivery of engineering projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple assignments, and meet project deadlines.
• May be required to obtain and maintain eligibility for access to classified information in accordance with U.S. Government security requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to use a computer and standard office equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work safely in laboratory and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to perform occasional bending, reaching, and climbing while supporting engineering testing and equipment setup.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Siemens NX, or CATIA.
• Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software such as SolidWorks Simulation, SolidWorks Flow, STAR-CCM+, or Ansys.
• Competency in preparing engineering drawings in accordance with ASME standards, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience designing ruggedized electronic packaging or electromechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with military or aerospace design standards is preferred.