Mechanical Design Engineer V- Electronic Packaging

Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit parkplaceirvine.com.

Who We Are:

Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is 1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!

How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more.

If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/.

The Position:

Responsible for taking a leading role and overseeing mechanical design, development & qualification of Avionics Electromechanical components, products & systems. Participate with members of management in the design and development of products and analysis of customer requirements by leading the determination and implementation of optimal solutions, while considering avionics requirements, regulations, product spaneting and cost. Has specific technical project or product responsibility. Provide mentorship, leadership and/or technical guidance to engineers on a project. Lead integration of competitive technologies and drive alignment with overseas engineering divisions to maximize global efficiency.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Oversee the designs and development of mechanical enclosures, components and assemblies utilizing mass production manufacturing techniques, such as sheet metal stamping, plastic injection molding, die casting and CNC machining.

  • Apply expert level planning, engineering principles and hands-on techniques to solve complex engineering challenges and refine product designs.

  • Oversee the qualitative and quantitative thermal, structural, shock, and vibration analyses to assess the dynamic characteristics and thermal performance of materials, assemblies, and systems.

  • Oversee the proper selection of hardware and material to ensure compliance with industry specifications (e.g., DO-160) and product requirements.

  • Oversee and direct the work of technicians, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and support personnel to ensure designs are implemented effectively and aligned with project objectives.

  • Lead the integration of patentable and competitive technologies into products, driving innovation and differentiation in the spanet.

  • Oversee the determination of engineering solutions while considering form, fit, function, thermal, structural rigidity, weight, EMI, ESD, DFM, DFT, product spaneting and cost.

  • Oversee the coordination between the Mechanical Engineering department and procurement, manufacturing, obsolescence, and material planning teams to coordinate part selection, ordering, and vendor/supplier management.

  • Lead and sustain the development and design of the mechanical parts with overseas manufacturing division to ensure product manufacturability.

  • Take ownership of cross-site collaboration and resolve manufacturability challenges.

  • Manage the overall technical direction of supporting personnel to resolve design and related manufacturing problems.

  • Participate in CRB (Change Review Board) and facilitate communication for product design changes, reviews, change impact / implementation for products and parts.

  • Create conceptual designs, assess risks, and develop cost effective products that meet the program requirements for packaging systems in airborne-based environments.

  • Take ownership and responsibility for the product design.

The salary or hourly wage range of $138,000 – $231,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.

What We’re Looking For:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• • BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or any field of study.

  • 15+ years’ mechanical design experience.

  • Experience with consumer electronics, including servers, computers, laptops, mobile phones, wireless and networking equipment is preferred.

  • 3D/2D 3D modeling Software Experience (Pro/E CREO, NX, CATIA or SolidWorks)

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• • Expert-level knowledge of engineering principles such as solid mechanics, materials science, heat transfer, static and dynamic structural analysis, and electromagnetic shielding.

  • Expert-level ability in 3D CAD modeling (Creo or NX Preferred), creating and interpreting engineering drawings and performing tolerance analysis.

  • Expertise in determining and developing requirements from specifications, oral instructions, or preliminary sketches.

  • Highly proficient and knowledgeable in mass production manufacturing techniques, such as sheet metal stamping, plastic injection molding, die casting and CNC Machining.

  • Exemplary technical writing ability to prepare reports and documentation for submission to management.

  • Highly proficient in project planning to ensure timely completion of complex, independent tasks or one or more complex projects. Must know, plan for and integrate internal and external dependencies across multi-functions.

  • Proven ability to develop technical approach or design, resource, allocation or time schedule on projects.

  • Demonstrated high level of experience providing technical identifiable technical contributions to the success of a specific product/project.

  • Expert-level ability to extensively modify existing process, procedures or methods to develop appropriate solutions.

  • Expert with commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the Electronic Engineering field.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead multi-function teams to achieve positive results for complex projects. Performs as mentor, leader, technical expert and a source of information.

  • Ability to direct a team in developing and implementing test methods and procedures for verification and compliance with avionics requirements and regulations.

  • Determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may provide guidance to other technical positions.

  • Interact effectively with senior internal and external personnel.

  • Internal and external contacts often pertain to company plans and objectives.

  • Utilize specialized knowledge in order to provide recommendations and make decisions in matters of significance to the product and company.

  • Work on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

  • Experience creating and interpreting engineering drawings using geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

  • Understanding of Avionics Environmental/EMI/ESD/Safety Test Requirements a plus.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel to Japan and other domestic and international locations as required approximately 5 of the time.