Req. Number
25-468
Job Description
Job Summary:
Mercury Systems is seeking a hard-working, innovative mechanical engineer, who thrives in fast paced environments and brings a fresh perspective to complex design challenges. This hands-on role involves designing, analyzing, and testing advanced PCB assemblies, with a focus on thermal management using cutting-edge technologies.
Job Responsibilities:
Design electronic module assembly design based on open standards
Develop mechanical packaging, printed wiring board layout and ECAD support (e.g. connector selection, labeling, cable design, proto@type inspection, environmental testing, and documentation for procurement and assembly)
Collaborate daily with cross-functional teams including Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement
Drive products from concept through integration, testing, and production release
Design, analyze, and document mechanical hardware and systems for rugged military applications
Design complex fixturing to support testing and advanced manufacturing techniques
Develop detailed 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks
Communicate design concepts and documentation to internal and external stakeholders
Support product verification testing (thermal, airflow, vibration, shock, humidity, and environmental stress screening)
Manage procurement of proto@type materials to verify form, fit, and function
Conduct failure analysis of discrepant materials in coordination with manufacturing and application engineering
Draft test plans and inspection reports for verification and validation
Structure Bills of Materials (BOMs/PLs)
Draft and manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs/ECOs)
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field
Typically requires a minimum of 2 -4 years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of heat transfer and thermal management principles
Familiarity with conventional and advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks)
Experience with material control processes and documentation (e.g., routers, work instructions) and related tools (Agile, Oracle, EPDM)
Skilled in standard documentation and presentation tools
Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a government security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Printed Wiring Board Assembly (PWBA) design and processes
Familiarity with ANSI/VITA standards (e.g., 46.0, 48.x, 66.x, 67.x)
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks and PDM tools
Experience with thermal analysis tools (e.g., FloTherm, 6Sigma, SC Stream, SC Flow)
Experience with structural analysis tools (e.g., SolidWorks Simulation, Femap/NASTRAN)
Background in test execution and documentation (e.g., plans, procedures, reports)
"This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are 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. government."
Additional Information
Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including:
the role and related responsibilities;
prior work experience;
education, training, skills and certifications;
internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles;
geographic location; and
alignment with market data.
In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including:
bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);
health, life and disability insurance;
company-paid holidays and time off;
401(k) retirement plan;
discounted employee stock purchase plan;
tuition reimbursement; and
access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.
Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock-based awards.
Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location)
Why Mercury?
Why should you join Mercury Systems?
Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com
Our Culture
We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.
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Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.
As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.
(978) 256-1300
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