Electromechanical Design Project Engineer

Ontic•Los Angeles, CA

19d•$120,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ontic is hiring an Electromechanical Design Project Engineer to own engineering projects supporting critical cockpit flight-control systems, including throttle quadrant assemblies and related pilot-control products. The role brings together mechanical, electrical and electronic design expertise to deliver aerospace solutions from initial requirements through qualification and production. The engineer coordinates design activities, manages technical challenges and guides cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within agreed requirements. They work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and customers to translate complex technical requirements into practical, manufacturable solutions. The position also supports the transfer of design work from Ontic’s Chicago engineering facility to Chatsworth, California, establishing a technical foundation for ongoing manufacturing and product support. The role is based onsite at Ontic’s 114,000-square-foot Chatsworth facility, which specializes in electronic and electromechanical aerospace products. Travel is approximately 50% during the first 18 months for the design transfer from Chicago to Chatsworth, then approximately 15% after the transition, subject to confirmation. The position offers a 9/80 schedule and a stated salary range of $120,000–$140,000 per year, based on experience. The role must meet export-control compliance requirements; a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related discipline; equivalent directly relevant experience may be considered.
Typically 2–5 years of experience in engineering design, development, manufacturing, product support or technical project execution involving complex electromechanical products.
Experience managing engineering project schedules, technical deliverables, resources, budgets or labor estimates, and project risks.
Working knowledge of electromechanical design, including mechanical mechanisms, sensors, switches, actuators, wiring, electronic controls and integrated assemblies.
Ability to interpret and develop engineering drawings, 3D models, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications and test procedures.
Proficiency with relevant engineering design and project tools.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage competing priorities and drive technical decisions.
Must meet export-control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person under 22 C.F.R. §120.15 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee or refugee).

Nice To Haves

Aerospace or defense experience, particularly with cockpit controls, throttle quadrant assemblies or related pilot-control systems.
Experience with aircraft interfaces, sustaining engineering, design transfers, aerospace qualification standards or integrated product teams.

Responsibilities

Lead technical planning and delivery of electromechanical engineering projects, managing requirements, schedules, resources, budgets and technical milestones.
Coordinate integrated design and development of cockpit flight-control products, including throttle quadrant assemblies, mechanical mechanisms, sensors, switches, actuators and electronic interfaces.
Guide cross-functional engineering teams through design reviews, prototype development, verification, qualification and release of approved technical documentation.
Develop and review engineering drawings, 3D models, schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of material, technical specifications and test procedures for accurate mechanical and electrical integration.
Identify and manage technical risks, design changes and engineering challenges; lead structured investigations and corrective actions to support product performance and reliability.
Serve as a technical contact for customers and internal stakeholders, communicate project progress, resolve technical issues and maintain alignment on requirements and deliverables.
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain to improve manufacturability, assembly, testing, cost and long-term support while maintaining applicable aerospace quality and regulatory requirements.
Support the design transfer from the Chicago engineering facility to Chatsworth, California.

Benefits

Goal Share bonus program, with employees automatically enrolled and eligible to share in the company’s success.
Paid volunteering time.
24/7 confidential wellbeing support through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee discounts across retailers and services.
Learning and development opportunities.
Employee referral program.
Comprehensive medical insurance.
Competitive paid time off, holiday pay and sick leave.
401(k) plan with up to 4% company match.
9/80 work schedule, where applicable.