Analysis Skills, Avionics, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Campaigns, Debugging Skills, Electromagnetism, Electromechanical Systems, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Military/DoD Standards, Product Lifecycle, Quality Assurance Methodology, Regulatory Compliance, SolidWorks, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Test Equipment Design, Testing, Thermal Management, United States Citizen
Senior Mechanical Engineer | Aerospace & Defense
Location: Torrance, CA (Relocation Available)
Compensation: $160,000 â $190,000 + Equity
Status: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident required.
The Role We are pioneering modular motion technologies for industrial and aerospace sectors. We seek a versatile "builder" to lead the full lifecycle development of mission-critical hardwareâfrom ambiguous concepts to environmental qualification of flight hardware.
Key Responsibilities
- Design: Iterate on electromagnetic actuators and precision mechanisms (gears, bearings, lead screws).
- Avionics: Develop ruggedized enclosures with innovative thermal management for high-vibration/vacuum environments.
- Architecture: Translate mission needs into actionable requirements for electromechanical systems.
- Qualification: Architect test methodologies for DO-160 and MIL-STD-810 compliance.
- Execution: Own the "design-build-test" process, including hands-on assembly and debugging.
Requirements
Requirements
- Education: BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
- Experience: 5+ years through the full product lifecycle.
- Technical: Deep intuition for electromagnetic principles and mechanical load paths/cases.
- Analysis: Proficiency in sizing analysis for strength, fatigue, and life cycles.
- CAD/GD&T: Mastery of SolidWorks and ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Standards: Proven track record qualifying hardware against DO-160/MIL-STD-810.
Preferred Skills
- AGMA Mastery: Detailed knowledge of AGMA standards, gearbox design (ratios, backlash, lubrication), and specialized fabrication.
- Test Engineering: Experience designing custom test equipment and executing complex qualification campaigns.
Benefits
Benefits 100% company-paid medical, flexible PTO, and 401K.