Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are Gilat. Anywhere on the planet and in space, we bring Boundless Communications.

At Gilat Satellite Networks, (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT) we’re not just shaping the future of satellite communications—we’re transforming how the world connects. From bridging the digital divide to powering in-flight connectivity and delivering combat-proven advanced SATCOM solutions, we're driving deep-tech satellite innovation. We believe in the right of all people to be connected and are united in our resolution to provide communication solutions to all reaches of the world.

We are looking for Strong Mechanical engineer and Team Leader to drive cutting-edge technologies for next generation Gilat's Products.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• In this position, you lead and participate in the development and introduction of new products, maintenance and making suggestions for improvements/modifications to existing products during their lifecycle, from product concept, thermal analysis and simulation, design and documentation, testing and characterization up to product release for production.
• You will lead and create part definitions, modules, and assemblies in the form of 2D drawing ,3D models, tolerance stack-ups, and various electronic data formats to support analysis, manufacturing, assembly, tooling, and inspection – using SolidWorks.
• You will lead and design mechanical components that meet the required performance specifications.
• Maintenance of existing CAD designs and execution of ECOs when required.
• Design systems which incorporate RF modules, control electronics, power systems, cabling and cooling.
• Design detailed housing assemblies for highly integrated, mixed-technology systems.
• Organization and participation in assembly of designed prototypes
• Participation in all needed kinds of test of products – environmental tests, vibration, shock etc.
• Participation in the process of introduction of products in production.
• Preparation of any needed accessory documentation related to products: instructions for assembly, instruction for testing, user manuals, maintenance instructions etc.
• Design, documentation and assembly of different types of test structures and jigs needed for production, test and measurements of the products during the R&D phase.

Optional skills and advantages:

• M.Sc. in mechanical engineering.
• Experience in preparation of technical documentation for production according to ISO standards
• Experience in work with PLM system for control of the documentation
• Knowledge and experience in structural analysis and simulation using SolidWorks Simulation Premium – static analysis, vibration, shock.
• Knowledge and experience in thermal and CFD analysis and simulation using SolidWorks Flow Simulation
• Experience with MIL-STD-810, RTCA DO-160, MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-8856, MIL-STD1763 – advantage.
• Experience working with PCB designers and exposure to PCB layout and PCBA mechanical design
• Knowledge of and experience in selecting materials, manufacturing methods, and surface treatments for mechanical components
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure.

• B.Sc. in mechanical engineering.
• Experience using 3D SolidWorks
• Good English language skills allowing

- Preparation of all needed types of documents,

- Participation in live technical meetings and discussions

- Independent business trips

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