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Mechanical Engineer - Defense

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Sensata Technologies, Inc.

South Burlington, VT (In Person)

$100,225 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/31/2026

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Mechanical Engineer - Defense at Sensata Technologies, Inc. in South Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Description Dynapower is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, development, and delivery of advanced power conversion systems for military applications across land, sea, and air platforms. The successful candidate will collaborate with our growing Defense Mechanical Engineering team focusing on the metal welding & brazing processes that adhere to AWS and US Navy standards (NAVSEA). The individual will collaborate with other engineers to design and detail the superstructures & ruggedized enclosures that house our power electronics systems for electrifying our US Navy defense vessels. General Responsibilities + Key participant in design projects + Performs design verification on original andor derivative design ideas using analytical and experimental methods + Key participant in development testing, engineering analysis, qualification testing, production launch + Collaboates with necessary personnel on failure analysis investigations and engineering evaluations + Maintains product documentation (drawings and specifications) + Interacts with customers to solicit product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget + Knowledge of basic electrical circuits, microelectronic assembly, statistical methods, process control fundamentals and product test processes Experience Qualifications + A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience + Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands + Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation + Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results + Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity + Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards + Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) + Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers andor external customers Additional Responsibilities + Serve as a key contributor on multi-megawatt design projects, ensuring technical excellence and full compliance with
MIL-SPEC
requirements, including NAVSEA specifications for welding and brazing processes. + Perform electronics packaging design with emphasis on shock and vibration durability as well as EMIEMC shielding. + strong knowledge of material stresses, material properties, metal joining methods, statics and dynamics, FEA simulations, and the creation of mechanical drawings for production. + Collaborate as an integral member of a product development team composed of Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems Engineers. + Work closely with colleagues in manufacturing, test, and quality to ensure designs are producible and meet all NAVSEA requirements. + Maintain comprehensive product documentation, including drawings, specifications, and test reports. + Leverage hands-on experience partnering with manufacturing engineers and technicians who fabricate hardware based on the provided designs. Additional Qualifications + Experience in ruggedized mechanical packaging for the military preferred. + Experience in military power electronics packaging preferred. + Experience in metrology, finite element analysis, material testing methods, and AWS or NAVSEA welding requirements preferred. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Solidworks, FEA, EPDM, stress strain simulations. \#LI-JL1
Base Salary Range:
$84,400.00 - $116,050.00 At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only. Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs. This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) andor the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization. Smarter Together + Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world's most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing + Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication + As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together Click here to view Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement (sensatasensata-recruitment-privacy-policy) Click here to view our Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement for China (sensatasitesdefaultfilesasensata\china\recruitment\privacy\policy.pdf)
NOTE:
If you are a current Sensata employee (or one of our Affiliates), please back out of this application and log into Workday via the Company Intranet to apply directly. Type "
FIND JOBS
" in the Workday search bar. Return to Sensata Read our Fraud Advisory (https: sensatacareers) Sensing is what we do. In fact, our name Sensata comes from the Latin word sensate for 'those gifted with sense'. Our focus on sensing is also reflected in our logo, which spells Sensata in Braille. Sensata Technologies is a global industrial technology company striving to create a safer, cleaner, more efficient and electrified world. Through its broad portfolio of mission-critical sensors, electrical protection components and sensor-rich solutions, Sensata helps its customers address increasingly complex engineering and operating performance requirements. With more than 18,000 employees and global operations in 13 countries, Sensata serves customers in the automotive, heavy vehicle & off-road, industrial, and aerospace markets. + Learn more at Sensata and follow Sensata Technologies on LinkedIn (linkedincompanysensata-technologies) , Facebook (facebookSensataTechnologies) , Instagram (instagramsensatatechnologies) and X (twitterSensata) . Note to applicants for positions in the
United States:
+ Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. 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. + View the "
Know Your Rights:
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.govsitesdefaultfiles2023-0622-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) " Poster. + Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters (e-verify.govsitesdefaultfileseverifypostersEVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) If you are an individual who requires a reasonable accommodation in connection with the hiring process andor to perform the essential functions of the position for which you applied, please make a request to the recruiter or contact accommodationssensata Diversity Statement We are dedicated to ensuring our employees feel a sense of belonging (sensatasitesdefaultfilesaSe and

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