Job Duties and Responsibilities

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.

The Mechanical Design Engineer III solves complex structural and spatial integration challenges for Satellite Communication (SATCOM) components across diverse aircraft platforms. This role resolves real-time onsite production defects and engineering drawing discrepancies while designing robust installation provisions for outside aircraft equipment and cabin wireless hardware. By translating customer specifications into manufacturing-ready bill of materials and repair dispositions, the position ensures seamless manufacturing execution and strict regulatory compliance.

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

• Execute individual mechanical design and assembly projects on time and under budget while ensuring full technical compliance with customer specifications
• Generate detailed 3D conceptual designs, installation provisions, and bills of materials for fuselage-mounted antennas, cabin SATCOM equipment, and wire harnesses
• Resolve critical onsite production issues by updating engineering drawings, authoring disposition reports, and developing custom repair schematics
• Support engineering department OKRs by maintaining continuous collaboration with production staff, external contractors, and project stakeholders
• Utilize AI-driven CAD optimization software to automate structural generative design and streamline bill of materials workflows

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring):

• Advanced technical proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, SolidWorks, EPDM, and engineering software applications for complex structural design
• Comprehensive expertise in aircraft design standards, FAA regulatory compliance, and structural installation principles
• Strong problem-solving abilities to evaluate customer specifications, generate repair dispositions, and resolve onsite production challenges
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication capabilities to liaise effectively with production teams, area staff, and external partners
• Practical AI Application skills to analyze generative design options and accelerate engineering document generation

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with FAA Supplemental Type Certification (STC) modifications and direct collaboration with Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs)
• Direct background in satellite communications (SATCOM) integration and aircraft structural repairs
• Dual proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD software environments

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 8+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in aviation, preferably with direct experience in aviation SATCOM systems
• Must have at least 8 years of experience with:
• Mechanical design, 3D CAD modeling, and structural assembly for aviation applications
• Onsite production troubleshooting, engineering drawings modification, and repair dispositions
• Specialized component fabrication design using composites, sheet metal, welding, and machined parts

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $100,500.00/Year - $134,000.00/Year
Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.