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Mechanical Engineer
Posted: 04/22/2026
Employment Type:
Contract
Industry: Engineering
Job Number: 44454
Pay Rate: 82.20
Job Description
The Panther Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support a leading aerospace and defense program focused on microwave electronics and high-reliability systems.
This role centers on electronics packaging design, circuit card assemblies (CCA), and mechanical integration of complex electronic subsystems. You’ll work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment alongside RF, electrical, and manufacturing engineers, contributing to advanced product development and production.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop electronics packaging solutions for microwave and RF systems
- Support design, analysis, and development of:
- Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs)
- Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
- Cable assemblies and interconnects
- Create and maintain engineering documentation and drawings
- Apply GD&T principles to mechanical designs
- Utilize tools such as:
- CREO (CAD design)
- Windchill (PLM / documentation control)
- Support change management processes and engineering change boards
- Perform testing, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of electronic assemblies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including:
- RF/Electrical Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Test and Quality teams
- Associate’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, OR
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 6+ years of experience - Experience with electronics packaging, preferably in defense or high-reliability environments
- Experience designing:
- Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA)
- Printed Circuit Boards (PCB)
- Cable/interconnect systems
- Proficiency with:
- CREO (or similar CAD tools)
- Windchill or similar PLM systems
- Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
- Experience with:
- Engineering documentation and configuration control
- Change board / change management processes
- Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
- Interim clearance required prior to start (active or previously held preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience with microwave or RF electronics packaging
- Familiarity with tools such as Zuken
- Hands-on experience with:
- Building and testing electronic assemblies
- Knowledge of:
- Materials and processes used in electronics manufacturing
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability environments
Meet Your Recruiter
Marques Swift
Client Relationship Coordinator
Marques joined The Panther Group in 2015. He developed a keen eye for talent which serves both our candidates and clients well!
Fun Fact: He is a big Boston sports fan, and is a season ticket holder for the New England Patriots.
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