Company Description
Founded in 2016, General Radar Corp. develops high-resolution phased-array radar systems, with a focus on serving customers in the aerospace, energy, and commercial sectors. General Radar provides high performance phased-array radar systems and capabilities at low cost to serve high value missions for a diverse customer set.
General Radar has locations in Belmont, CA, Boston, MA, and is opening a location in the Dallas, TX area. We are growing rapidly and looking for top notch folks across many disciplines to join our team. We are looking for team members who are positive, solution oriented, enjoy a challenge and desire a collaborative, cohesive team environment.
Job Description
We are currently hiring an experienced Mechanical Engineer (ME) in the General Radar Engineering Organization. In this position you will design from the ground up working with all engineering functions. Prototyping, mechanical design and layout, cooling systems, thermal analysis, structural analysis and working with MEs from vendors and subcontractors are all part of the Mechanical function.
The ME will report to the ME Lead within the General Radar Engineering organization. Work with cross functional teams to support the development of prototype systems as well as fielded systems supporting multi-mission objectives.
This position is hybrid with the preference for the candidate to be located in the Boston, MA or Dallas TX area. Travel to the other sites is expected periodically to support development, test and production.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
10 years of prior relevant experience with large complex systems in design and manufacturing
Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Professional written, verbal and presentation skills
Ability to work across disciplines to find balanced approaches to technical schedule
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Desired Qualifications
15 years of prior relevant experience
Experience with high power radar technology
Experience supporting fielded systems
Experience with complex cooling systems such as radar antenna systems
Project Management
Additional Information
Primary Responsibilities
Integrate and specify a comprehensive mechanical solution underpinning the total radar including cooling, structure, support, power, environmental, and other required systems
Develop prototypes and test concepts for manufacturable production components
Utilize standardized drawings to communicate designs with manufacturers
Specify and source components with knowledge of industry standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define mechanical requirements and specifications
Design, model, and analyze mechanical components and systems using CAD software
Conduct feasibility studies to evaluate design concepts and propose optimal solutions
Implement design improvements to enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency
Contribute to the prototyping and testing of mechanical and thermal systems
Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and project requirements
Provide technical expertise in electromechanical systems integration
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to transition designs into production
Skills
Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer, preferably in radar or similar technology
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) for 3D modeling and simulation
Able to perform Finite Element Analysis and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics
Experience in thermal analysis and knowledge of materials selection
Test instrumentation setup and operation to prove out concepts
Knowledge of sensor and systems integration
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Prototype development and support to manufacturing
Strive for continual improvement
Product Data Management and Bill of Materials management
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