Mechanical Engineer

TSC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III in Huntsville, AL. This position supports the TSC Products Engineering Solutions (PES).

TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. Come and join our team!

Responsibilities:

This position requires a flexible individual with experience in quick-turn electro-mechanical development of product concepts to working prototypes within limited timelines & guidance. The ideal candidate:

• Concept Development & Prototyping
  • Conceive, design, and fabricate rapid proof-of-concept prototypes under limited timelines and guidance
  • Apply ingenuity and hands-on prototyping methods to support technology demonstration events

• Mechanical Design & Analysis
  • Lead design of complex electro-mechanical systems, applying knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, vibration, EMI/RFI, and environmental survivability
  • Perform structural and thermal assessments to ensure robust and manufacturable designs
  • Generate, review, and release detailed drawings and documentation in compliance with company and contractual requirements

• Program Execution & Coordination
  • Estimate manpower, materials, and schedule requirements; support program management in planning and execution
  • Collaborate directly with industry partners to coordinate integration of prototypes into host platforms
  • Work with suppliers, fabricators, and vendors to improve manufacturability, solicit quotes, and control costs

• Integration & Testing
  • Partner with electrical/RF engineers and technicians in the fabrication, installation, and troubleshooting of integrated systems
  • Evaluate operational systems, diagnose malfunctions, and recommend or implement design modifications

• Transition to Production
  • Support the transition of successful prototypes into volume manufacturing, applying DFM/DFA best practices
  • Provide technical guidance to drafters, junior engineers, and technicians during product realization

• Documentation & Reporting
  • Prepare technical reports, test plans, evaluation summaries, and user documentation with recommendations and conclusions
  • Maintain accurate design and configuration control records throughout the product lifecycle

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) + 5-7 years of experience OR Masters of Mechanical Engineering + 3-5 years of experience
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent) for complex part/assembly design and drawing creation
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical design for electronics packaging, including thermal, structural, and environmental considerations
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals including thermodynamics, heat transfer, vibration, and structural mechanics
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (electrical/RF engineers, technicians, suppliers, fabricators) to deliver integrated solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reports, presentations, and technical documentation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electronics packaging design expert in RF, fiber-optic, defense, power systems, or digital electronics field
• Proficiency with SolidWorks Simulation (FEA/thermal) or equivalent analysis tools
• Experience with design for manufacturability/assembly (DFM/DFA) and familiarity with high-volume production transitions
• Hands-on prototyping and troubleshooting skills, with ability to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Familiarity with EMI/RFI mitigation techniques and environmental survivability requirements (MIL-STD standards, thermal cycling, vibration, etc.)
• Knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 drawing standards
• Supplier management experience including quoting, cost analysis, and design-for-cost considerations
• Prior defense, aerospace, or unmanned platform integration experience

Good communication skills and intellectual flexibility is essential for success as our challenges, schedules, and deliverables are ever-changing. We work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and dynamic missions. We develop unique RF technologies and get to play with very cool toys!

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.