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Mechanical Engineer

Protingent

Pasadena, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Artificial Intelligence (AI), CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Clean Technologies, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Dynamic Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Finite Element Analysis, High Reliability Software, Information Technology & Information Systems, International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Legal, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Equipment, Military/DoD Standards, Multitasking, Optical Engineering, Optics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Analysis, Simulation, SolidWorks, System Integration (SI), Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Writing, United States Citizen, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Pasadena, CA
POSTED
21 days ago
Position Title: Mechanical Engineer

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Direct Hire opportunity for an Mechanical Engineer with our client in Pasadena, California.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop mechanical structures, mounts, and enclosures for high-precision laser and optical components
  • Develop and validate mechanical tolerance stack-ups, ensuring proper alignment of laser optics and electronic integration
  • Collaborate with electrical and optical engineers to integrate subsystems within mechanical constraints
  • Generate CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation in accordance with ASME Y14.5 and aerospace standards
  • Support mechanical integration, alignment, and assembly procedures for the laser system
  • Perform thermal, structural, and dynamic analyses (FEA)
  • Select materials and surface treatments suitable for environmental constraints such as vacuum, thermal cycling, and radiation environments
  • Participate in design reviews, DFM/DFA, and risk assessments
  • Work with vendors and manufacturing teams on part fabrication, inspection, and procurement of hardware

Job Qualifications:
  • Masters degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as Solidworks
  • Proficiency in FEA tools for thermal and mechanical simulation such as Comsol, ANSYS, or similar
  • Knowledge of material selection for thermal, structural, and radiation performance
  • Strong written and verbal communicator
  • Good attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask in a fast paced, changing environment
  • Ability to problem solve under pressure
  • Ability to build strong business relationships with various levels of customers
  • Strong work ethic with the capacity to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Additional Considerations:
  • Experience with design for space or high reliability applications
  • Proficiency with optical simulation (e.g. Zemax)
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD, NASA/ESA, IEC laser safety, and/or CE requirements
  • Experience with micro-optics

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Direct Hire
  • Location: Pasadena, California (Onsite)
  • Salary Range: 120K-150K.
  • ITAR obligations are associated with this role; U.S. Citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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