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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $100.000 - $140,000


Job Summary:



This position is focused on the mechanical design, development, and manufacturing of stationary and mobile antenna systems and related equipment.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work as part of multiple integrated product teams. In some cases, will be lead mechanical engineer on a team, while in others, will be in a support and/or advisory role
  • Perform hands-on design and analysis, and mentor junior engineers
  • Prepare and present design and analysis material during internal and customer design reviews
  • Prepare detailed product manufacturing documentation such as test procedures and assembly instructions
  • Support component and antenna system level environmental testing
  • Interface with ThinKom production personnel and outside suppliers during manufacturing phase of programs
  • Support business development activities by providing input for proposals



Skills and/or Experience Needed:

  • BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering and product design and development
  • Experienced in designing for producibility, reliability, and ease of assembly and maintenance
  • Experienced in the design and analysis of positioner drive systems is
  • Knowledge in the areas of materials, structural and thermal analysis, dynamics, vibration and mechanical shock, heat transfer, finite element analysis, and composite structures
  • Knowledge of fabrication techniques such as machining, forming, casting, injection molding, and additive manufacturing
  • Knowledge of fasteners, adhesives, coatings, and related industry specifications
  • Solid modeling, engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Experience with Creo is
  • Well versed in configuration management
  • Technically proficient in MS Office products

Other Abilities:



  • Must have excellent problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in written form
  • Interpersonal skills to effectively work with ThinKom personnel as well as suppliers and customers
  • Ability to effectively present information in team meetings and design reviews


Additional Requirements:

  • US Citizenship or lawful permanent residence of the U.S. required in support of US Government contracts/subcontracts
  • Follow ThinKom corporate policies and design procedures




Physical Demands:



  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • This position uses a computer terminal to access, input, and retrieve data
  • This position may be subject to interruptions that may cause a change in immediate priorities and/or work focus
  • While performing duties of this position, employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and/or bend
  • May occasionally lift and/or move files or boxes up to 50 pounds
  • May be subjected to occasional irregular or extended work hours
  • May be required to sit for extended lengths of time
  • Must be able to work in an environment that may be subjected to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials, chemicals and, electromagnetic energy



Salary Range - $100,000 - $140,000

ThinKom offer generous benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, , Life, 401k Matching (4%), PTO, paid Holidays and Bonus Plan.


ThinKom Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.



ThinKom Solutions is a Drug and Alcohol free working environment with a zero-tolerance policy.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hawthorne, CA
Full time

Published on 10/09/2025

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