Curtiss-Wright, Defense Electronics, a global leader in defense technologies, is seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Portland, OR.
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Oregon. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
3D CAD and mechanical design. SolidWorks experience is required
6+ years of advanced design of mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, embedded industry preferred
5 years of product design experience
Design of sheetmetal, machined parts and 3D printed parts
Cable assemblies and/or wire harness design desirable
Working knowledge of fasteners, press-in hardware, adhesives and assembly methods
Knowledge of materials (aluminum, plastics, copper) and finishes (anodizing, painting, plating)
Basic structural and fluid dynamics
Basic thermal and airflow calculations
Knowledge in designing for thermal, vibration and shock applications
Understanding of product design for outdoor, dynamic or harsh environments; Military product design highly desirable
Familiarity with MIL standards. Strong preference to experience with MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461
Knowledge or experience in injection molding, thermoform, casting and other high-volume production methods desirable
Experience with specifying or selecting wire size, wire type, terminals and crimping requirements, electrical terminations
Knowledge of UL requirements for safety of electronic assemblies desirable
Ability to develop test plans, fixtures and conduct in-house systems and basic testing. Support activities at internal or external testing facilities (thermal, vibration, shock, EMI)
Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management system required
Strong engineering skills with internal team project management duties
Ability to multi-task and manage various project related duties
Ability to determine/initiate tasks
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and implement solutions for near and long-term resolution
Conduct internal design reviews and interface directly with customer or internal departments regarding product requirements and details
Hands on involvement with manufacturing group evaluating prototypes of new products and implementing improvements in the design for manufacturability
Ability to work with component vendors and outside manufacturing contractors to resolve process and design issues
Knowledge of Bill of Materials structure and documentation standards (ANSI Y14.5)
Check engineering drawings and evaluate tolerances
Create assembly and part drawings
Proficient with Microsoft suite of applications: Excel, Project, PowerPoint
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Accuracy and attention to detail is a must
Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by ourTalent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
