Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

Summary

Are you passionate about engineering? Do you like to think up, create, design, build, and test bleeding-edge new products? Are you looking for a hands-on position working on real products? If so, you could be a great fit for our team! Based in Huntsville, AL, SCI Technology’s Advanced Technology Group offers a fast-paced start-up atmosphere backed by the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team and shape future products.

Working with technology partners, we rapidly develop new products for a wide range of defense, aerospace, and commercial markets—including Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commercial nuclear power plant safety systems, ultrafast laser monitoring systems, fiber optics, torpedoes, and high-performance electric machines.

What You'll Do

Lead mechanical design planning and develop innovative mechanical and optical designs. Perform rapid prototyping of complex electro-mechanical systems. Develop test plans and execute testing on systems and subsystems for design validation. Document designs with detailed 2D drawings and supporting engineering documentation. Provide clear technical communication to both internal teams and external customers.

What You'll Bring

Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.

Experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience in the design of electro-mechanical systems using 3D solid modeling CAD software (SolidWorks, PTC Creo, or similar). Demonstrated experience in 2D drawing generation from solid models.

How to Stand Out CAD & Optical Design

Experience with the design of optical systems and fiber optics.

GD&T

Strong background in interpreting and designing using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

FEA & Simulation

Hands-on experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural and vibration analysis using FEMAP, NASTRAN, or similar tools, as well as Thermal and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) experience using FloEFD or similar software.

Prototyping & Testing

Experience with rapid prototyping via 3D printers, general fabrication, and data acquisition tools like LabVIEW and high-speed photography.

Clearance

An active or existing U.S. Security Clearance of Secret or above. Why Join Us? At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws.

All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.