
Senior Mechanical Engineer at Echodyne Corp (Kirkland, WA)
Echodyne Corp· Kirkland, WA· $125k–$187k·
Role details
Job description
Radar Reinvented.
Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
Echodyne is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join our fast-growing team.
REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
- Senior-engineer level experience in mechanical engineering design for electro-mechanical products, with deep understanding of thermal, electrical, and environmental considerations.
- Knowledge of the mechanical considerations of PCB design and PCB packaging.
- Ability to advise RF, Microwave, Digital & Antenna engineering teams on constraints (mechanical, environmental, thermal) & work to a production solution.
- Advanced-to-expert level user of Solidworks.
- Knowledge in implementing, interpreting and explaining ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
- Knowledge in hand and computational analysis for modal, stress and thermal considerations.
DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)
- Proficient experience in ANSYS/similar analysis software for thermal and structural computational analyses.
- Experience leading the mechanical design of RF or millimeter-wave transmit/receive modules, or equivalent PWA-based transceivers, at x-band or above through qualification & product launch.
- Certified in ASME Y14.5 GD&T
- Experience designing and certifying products for IP rating requirements.
- Knowledge of various production processes and ability to tailor design to those processes to meet design to cost objectives.
- Relationships with local fabrication shops.
- Knowledge and/or experience with design approaches for RF isolation requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
- BS, MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, with +5 years experience
- Eligible to handle export-controlled data (ITAR, EAR)
Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.
WHAT WE OFFER
This is an exempt role. The expected annual salary range for this role is $124,733—$187,048 USD
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:
- RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care – 98Point6
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
- Travel Assistance Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
- 401(k) match
- Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Company Holidays
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
Why work at Echodyne Corp
- High-Impact, Mission-Driven: Work on radar technology that directly contributes to national security, public safety, and next-gen autonomous systems. The company emphasizes that its tech saves lives.
- Culture: Described as a place where you can “change an industry” and bring revolutionary technology to market. The leadership values curiosity, continuous learning, and a “fun while doing so” environment.
- Work Environment & Perks: Office-based in Kirkland, WA (with some remote sales roles). The Kirkland HQ is well-stocked with food, fruit, and drinks, with monthly lunches and seasonal celebrations. Strong focus on team bonding.
- Engineering-First: The team includes PhDs, RF engineers, systems engineers, and software developers. They are solving hard physics and software integration problems at the edge of sensor technology.
- Growth Trajectory: Currently a ~180-person company growing to 250+ and opening a massive new factory – this is a classic “Series B/C” stage growth company with clear product-market fit, offering significant career advancement opportunities as the company scales.
- Diversity & Openness: Explicitly encourages applications from individuals who may not meet every single requirement – “If you are interested in a position but your background isn’t a perfect match, we strongly encourage you to apply.”