Principal Mechanical Engineer

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Lead in our Hughes Network Systems division. This role will research and develop cutting-edge satellite communication equipment & systems.  This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for engineering mechanical solutions to electronic packaging challenges at the chip level, board level, enclosure level, and Data Center level.
• Design and develop custom indoor and outdoor enclosures to include protecting custom circuit board designs from harsh environments.
• Participate in the full product life cycle from Concept Industrial Design, Analysis, CAD Development, Prototyping, Testing, Production Release, and ongoing Production Support.
• Conduct design reviews and be accountable for meeting cost goals & schedule milestones.
• May be responsible for technical direction and mentoring of junior mechanical engineers.

Basic Requirements:

• BSME in Mechanical Engineering
• 8-10 years of experience in Telecommunications Electronic Packaging
• Experience in low volume fabrication techniques (3D printing, CNC Machining, & Cable Harnesses)
• Experience in high volume fabrication techniques (including plastics, die castings, extrusions, sheet metal, & elastomers).

Preferred Qualifications:

• MSME in Mechanical Engineering
• Ability to work well with multi-disciplined engineering teams, including Digital EE’s, RF EE’s, & MFGR Engr’s.
• Expert knowledge of 3D CAD System CREO is a must.
• Experience performing Thermal Analysis & Structural Analysis is preferred.
• Knowledge of environmental test standards MIL-STD-810 & DO-160 is preferred. 
• Experience designing mobile communication systems on air, land or sea vehicles is preferred.
• Technical awareness of UL safety standards, EMI/EMC standards, and design techniques to achieve compliance is preferred.
• Familiarity with DFMA & DFMEA is preferred.
• Project lead & Project management experience is preferred.
• Well spoken, self-starter, with high energy level & motivation to succeed.

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $100,500.00 - $134,000.00

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

• Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

• Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

• Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to developing and promoting an inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer- Veteran/Disability. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.  U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.