Job Description

Back Mechanical Design Engineer #25-390 Chatsworth, California, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Career Level Experienced Non-Manager Job Description POSITION: MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER LOCATION: Chatsworth, CA SHIFT: Monday - Thursday (Day Shift: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm) Requirements BASIC FUNCTIONS: Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for aerospace antenna systems, ensuring performance, durability, and manufacturability. Generate detailed engineering documentation including conceptual layouts, mechanical part drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials (BOM). Collaborate with cross-functional teams-engineering, manufacturing, quality, and procurement-to resolve design and production issues. Develop and build prototypes to validate design intent and support testing and evaluation activities. Analyze and improve existing products and designs for cost, performance, and production efficiency. Apply knowledge of materials and fabrication methods, including fiberglass, foam, resins, and cast or machined aluminum components. Support technical documentation such as Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Engineering Change Requests (ECR), specifications, and routers. Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for 3D modeling and 2D drafting of mechanical systems. Provide input into tooling and fixture design for efficient and repeatable manufacturing processes. Apply working knowledge of injection molding, mold making, and die/tooling processes as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or related field). Minimum of 5 years of mechanical design engineering experience, preferably within the aerospace or high-reliability manufacturing industry. Minimum of 3 years of hands-on design engineering experience, with proven application of design-for-manufacturability principles. Technical Skills Proficient in 3D and 2D CAD software, including SolidWorks (preferred) and AutoCAD. Proven ability to develop and manage complete mechanical drawing packages including layouts, assemblies, and detailed parts. Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and interpreting engineering drawings to industry standards. Working knowledge of materials and processes used in composite manufacturing (e.g., fiberglass, foam, resins, castings, aluminum). Experience with injection molding, tooling design, and fixture development is a plus. Strong understanding of design-for-manufacturability principles and collaboration with production teams to resolve design-related issues. Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing practices, standards, and documentation procedures (e.g., ECO, ECR, routers, specifications). Experience in aerospace product development or FAA-regulated environments. Soft Skills & Communication Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and sound engineering judgment. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments. Capable of working both independently and as part of a cross-functional engineering team. Professional integrity, reliability, and a hands-on, proactive approach to challenges. Job Details Pay Range Pay Range The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay. The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience. $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 / year Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions. HEICO

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