Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Electromechanical Design, Electronics, Engineering, Finite Element Analysis, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Hardware Design, Hardware Development, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Methods, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Microwaves, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout, Printed Circuit Board Design, Product Design, Prototyping, Radio Frequency, Rapid Prototyping, Satellite Communications, SolidWorks, Wheel/Front-End Loader
Lucix Corporation develops and provides cutting edge RF Electronic and Passive Components for satellite communication payloads. All hardware is designed, qualified, manufactured, tested and shipped from Lucix facilities in California. We are looking for a motivated, hands-on, passionate individual to develop new space hardware for communication satellites.
We are actively seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join our Mechanical Engineering team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- In this position, you will own the complete lifecycle of space hardware from initial electrical/RF design concept to production & unit delivery
- Perform mechanical analyses (vibration, thermal, radiation) on new product designs to ensure survival to launch and on-orbit environments
- Rapidly prototype & iterate on designs
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or institution
- 3–5 years of industry experience with mechanical or electromechanical design, analysis, and/or manufacturing
- Experience with CAD and FEA software packages, preferably SolidWorks
- Solid knowledge of GD&T
- Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Master’s of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; or other engineering discipline
- 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience; preferably in design and analysis of electronics/microwave packaging for space applications
- Knowledge of high mix, low volume manufacturing methods, i.e. CNC manufacturing
- Previous ownership of component design from concept to aerospace industry qualification and production
- Rapid prototyping & design iteration
- Working closely with RF engineers and proficiency with microwave assemblies
- Working on mechanical design of PCAs with PCB designers (layout, thermal, vibration)
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HEICO Corporation
HEICO Corporation is a successful and growing technology-driven aerospace, industrial, defense and electronics company. For more than 60 years, HEICO has thrived by providing customers with innovative and cost-saving products and services.
HEICO's products are found on large commercial aircraft, regional, business and military aircraft, as well as on a large variety of industrial turbines, targeting systems, missiles and electro-optical devices.
HEICO Corporation is a New York Stock Exchange listed company (NYSE: HEI and HEI.A) and has also been ranked as one of the 100 "World's Most Innovative Growth Companies", 100 "Best Small Companies" and 200 "Hot Shot Stocks" by Forbes over the past decade. With headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, and multiple locations around the world - HEICO provides over 1 million square feet of design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, distribution, sales and support capabilities.
HEICO Corporation operates in two segments, the Flight Support group and the Electronic Technologies group. The Flight Support group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, distributes and overhauls FAA-approved parts that extend over the entire aircraft, from the engines all the way to hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, avionic, structures, wheels and brakes and even interiors.
The Electronic Technologies group produces electrical and electro-optical systems and components serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, communications, and computer industries. The Electronic Technologies group is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of electrically and electro-optical engineered products used in the aerospace, defense, space, and electronics industries.
By combining state-of-the-art technologies, a team of highly skilled Team Members and an indisputable commitment to quality, both segments have constantly delivered invaluable solutions to customers over the years, helping to position them as leaders within their industries.