Mechanical Engineer
Job Description & Responsibilities
Persistent Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team and be based in our Fort Collins, CO office. As a Mechanical Engineer supporting our Air Force Communication System Programs, you will be a critical member of the Persistent Program Team. You will support contract deliverables which may include system integration, test planning and execution, network design, RF mapping, Cyber Security, and report generation and delivery. You will also play a pivotal role in communicating technical challenges to our engineering department as you strive to solve problems. You will be integral in supporting program development as you will have insight into customer challenges and program needs and will work closely across the entire Persistent Systems team including Sales, Field Operations, Product Management, Engineering, and Quality.
Position Responsibilities
- Maintaining expert knowledge of Persistent Systems products to evaluate and maintain program objectives
- Troubleshooting customers’ communication systems and collaborating with the development and test engineers to resolve technical issues.
- Developing test plans, procedures, reports and summaries for internal and external customers
- Develop and review technical drawings
- Contribute to design and integration of communication systems for vehicles, towers, and other infrastructure
- Developing technical portions of responses to RFI / RFP and other similar customer requirements
- Build customer relationships with program clients through managing and interpreting their requirements and conveying progress to the Management team
- Contributing to program effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-term issues; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; and recommending options and courses of action
- Working closely with Engineering by providing feedback from information gathered during program activities
Job Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Understanding of product development and systems architecture design
- Proficiency in software packages such as Visio, Microsoft Office
- Experience working directly with customers and end users
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills, written and verbal
- Must be available to travel up to 25% of the time
- Ability to obtain a Secret US Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience with RF communications and/or Network system design
- Proficiency in technical concepts such as wireless, mobile IP, RF propagation with an understanding of hardware and software concepts
- Proficiency in networking concepts such as IP routing and switching and VPN architectures
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis
- Experience with RF mapping and planning tools such as Cloud RF
- Experience with wireless concepts such as MANET, Mesh, Ad-hoc, protocols and web architecture, with an understanding of hardware and software concepts
- Proficiency in technical software packages such as SolidWorks, Wireshark and MATLAB
- DoD Information Operations and Cyber Security experience
- Active Secret US Security Clearance
The base pay for this role can vary from $140,000 to $180,000 a year based on individual qualifications. Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off (sick time and vacation time); flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and pet discounts.
Company Overview
Persistent Systems is a growing business that develops Mobile Ad hoc Networking (MANET) wireless radio systems for Government and commercial applications. The radios are typically worn on the person, mounted to manned vehicles, integrated into autonomous unmanned vehicles, or installed at fixed sites. The systems provide on-the-move data, voice, video, and situational awareness capability. Located in the heart of New York City, Persistent Systems is an exciting company that is passionate about delivering cutting edge products.