Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Turkish Aerospace Industries, Inc.

United States

On-site

USD 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Plan

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology firm in the United States is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Applied R&D Electromechanical Design team. This role focuses on electromechanical solutions for Base Transceiver Station modules, engaging in product design and development. Candidates should have a Mechanical Engineering degree and over 10 years of industry experience, particularly in telecom electronic systems and thermal design. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including disability insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

Mechanical Engineering University degree from recognized University.
10+ years design experience is an asset.
Self-motivated enthusiastic team player.

Responsibilities

Participate in design and development of mechanical designs.
Develop complex assemblies with guidance.
Work with supply chain on manufacturability.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering degree

Telecom electronic system packaging

Thermal design knowledge

Sheet metal knowledge

Knowledge of PTC CREO/PROE tool

Knowledge of PCB design

Regulatory product qualification

Proficient with MS Office

Education

University degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC CREO/PROE

Job description

Overview

Join our Applied R&D Electromechanical Design team and work at the forefront of multi‑discipline innovation, where you’ll tackle complex, target-oriented challenges spanning hardware, software and system design.

In this role, you will contribute to the design, development and implementation of electromechanical solutions for Base Transceiver Station (BTS) modules and units, including mechanics, thermal management, interconnections, power supply units (PSU), printed wiring board (PWB) layouts and overall hardware usability. You will systematically combine existing knowledge and best practices to solve real-world problems, provide techno‑economic consulting to internal and external stakeholders, and drive incremental improvements in products, operational processes and customer-specific features.

If you are passionate about creating high-quality, highly reliable, easy-to-install, and cost-efficient products in a detailed and technically challenging environment, we’d like to hear from you. NIDC2026

Your responsibilities

Participate in the design and development of complex mechanical designs (product architecture, detailed specification definition for complex systems, technology (component) selection and the application of design tools/methods).
Develop designs (piece parts and complex assemblies) with guidance and direction (sheet metal, plastic, extrusions and cast parts including fabrication techniques and tolerance analysis).
Interface with supply chain and procurement with a focus on sheet metal, plastic and cast designs, cabling, and manufacturability.
Responsible for planning and execution of prototype builds for R&D consumption.
Provides sizing and estimates of work and review of product development schedules.
Decision making to deliver on goals with supervision.
Work is carried out in an office and clean lab environment, with limited to no exposure to disagreeable elements.
Participates in process and tools evolutions and improvements.
Applies the SW Care process (especially emergency case handling) contributing when needed to the fastest problem restoration.

Your skills and experience

Mechanical Engineering University degree from recognized University.
Exposure to telecom electronic system packaging (mechanical design).
10+ years design experience is an asset.
Understanding of thermal design for electronic equipment.
Knowledge of sheet metal/plastics/die casting.
Knowledge of PTC CREO/PROE tool.
Knowledge of PCB design and manufacturing methodology.
Knowledge in telecom industry standards (Telcordia and ETSI standards).
Knowledge of regulatory product qualification.
Self-motivated enthusiastic team player with good written/verbal communication.
Excellent analytical skills and ability to build relationships across multiple teams.
Proficient with MS Office tools.

Benefits

Short-term disability, and long-term disability
Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Plan
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.

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About Us

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

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