Mechanical Engineer III

Technology Service Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared Ownership

401(k) matching

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave

Job summary

Falcata is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to own the mechanical and electromechanical designs for RF technology prototypes from concept through fabrication, integration, and testing in Huntsville, Alabama. You will work across disciplines, trade off designs under schedule changes, and mentor less‑experienced engineers on design practices.

You will collaborate with electrical/RF engineers to resolve packaging and interface constraints, lead prototype support, and ensure drawings, BOMs, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent).
• 5-7 years’ experience in mechanical/electromechanical product development.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD for complex modelling and drawings.
• Ability to create and review technical drawings, BOMs, and design documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication across engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Own mechanical design of housings, enclosures, brackets, adapters, and assemblies; create 3D CAD models and drawings.
• Define concepts, maintain BOMs, coordinate prototype parts and assembly procurement.
• Lead mechanical integration of electronics into host platforms and resolve fit and interface constraints.
• Plan prototype assembly, testing, and use results to drive design improvements.
• Lead design reviews and document changes and trade-offs with stakeholders.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD

BOMs

DFM

DFA

FEA/CFD

GD&T

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Simulation

Job description

Falcata is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to support its Products Engineering Solutions (PES) team in Huntsville, Alabama. In this experienced individual-contributor role, you will take ownership of mechanical and electromechanical designs for RF technology prototypes, from concept through fabrication, integration, and test. You will work across disciplines, make practical design trade-offs under changing schedules, and provide technical guidance to less-experienced engineers.

What you’ll do

Mechanical design

• Own the mechanical design of housings, enclosures, brackets, adapters, and assemblies; develop 3D CAD models and production-ready engineering drawings.
• Define mechanical concepts and trade-offs, maintain bills of materials (BOMs), and coordinate prototype parts and assembly procurement.
• Apply materials selection, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for assembly (DFA) to meet performance and build requirements.

Collaboration and integration

• Partner with electrical and RF engineers to resolve packaging, size, weight, thermal, and interface constraints for antennas and electronics in host platforms.
• Lead mechanical integration of Falcata electronics into host platforms, including fit checks, design changes, and hands-on prototype support.
• Communicate technical requirements to manufacturers and vendors; review fabrication feedback and resolve build issues to keep prototypes on schedule.

Prototyping and documentation

• Plan and support prototype assembly, mechanical testing, and troubleshooting; use test and build results to drive design improvements.
• Lead mechanical design reviews, explain design decisions and risks, and incorporate feedback from engineering and manufacturing stakeholders.
• Own the accuracy and completeness of drawings, BOMs, design records, and change documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations, communicate status and risks, and mentor less-experienced engineers on design and documentation practices.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent) and 5-7 years’ experience developing mechanical or electromechanical products.
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software for complex part and assembly modeling and engineering drawing creation.
• Demonstrated ability to own mechanical designs from concept through prototype build and test, with sound judgment in materials, manufacturing, and tolerance decisions.
• Ability to create and review technical drawings, BOMs, design documentation, and mechanical interfaces for fabrication and integration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience coordinating work across engineering disciplines and external fabrication partners.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience using structural finite element analysis (FEA) or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools to inform design decisions, including SolidWorks Simulation.
• Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) under ASME Y14.5.
• Hands-on experience integrating and troubleshooting electromechanical prototypes, electronics, RF hardware, or antennas.
• Experience applying DFM and DFA principles and resolving design issues with manufacturing partners.
• Experience with machining, sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing, injection molding, casting and collaboration with vendors or machine shops.
• Experience planning design verification, interpreting test results, and documenting design changes and technical trade-offs.

Benefits

• Falcata offers a professional work environment, competitive salary, and a benefits package that includes Shared Ownership, a 401(k) matching program, flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, and paid leave.

Employment at Falcata is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and drug screening. 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.

Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, TSC is an employee-owned company that has been providing high-quality technical services and solutions for our customers for over 50 years. Our diverse portfolio includes providing; Airborne Sensors and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Electronic Warfare Systems; Air and Missile Defense; Space Systems, and Intelligence and Information Systems. TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. Come and join our team!