Mechanical Design Engineer
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Level
Entry-Level
Department
Defense
Type
Salary
$90,000 - $125,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-01-16
Responsibilities
- Develop innovative, manufacturable packaging designs and create detailed CAD drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Participate in product failure root cause analysis and implement design improvements.
- Provide technical support to production assembly and quality assurance teams.
- Perform hands-on troubleshooting and failure analysis of electromechanical assemblies.
- Define and execute First Article Acceptance Test Plans (FAAT) and Design Verification Tests (DVT) for new hardware.
- Define manufacturing processes (DFM/DFA) and provide ongoing production support.
- Design thermal management systems to ensure optimal product performance.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals.
- Experience with MIL-STD-810G standards and product design for harsh environments.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD tools.
- Understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals for wiring and harness design.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality designs.
- Must be a U.S. Person due to government contracts.
