Mechanical Engineer I (Onsite)

RTXEl Segundo, CA
$62,900 - $119,700Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Design Engineer I will support design, integration and test across multiple space programs in El Segundo, CA. The selected candidate will perform mechanical component design on opto-mechanical systems using Creo, and support assembly, integration and test activities in a lab environment. The candidate is expected to work with a team of specialized junior and senior manufacturing and mechanical engineers to support the design, build and test of EO/IR space hardware. Responsibilities include creating and/or revising opto-mechanical designs/drawings, generating assembly instructions and providing build support in conjunction with technicians and other engineering disciplines, as well as design for producibility and manufacturability.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field (STEM) obtained by start date
  • Experience with CAD software or CREO
  • Experience may be obtained through on‑the‑job experience, research, coursework, or projects
  • U.S. citizenship is required
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
  • Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in the design and/or build of space hardware
  • Experience in GD&T and Tolerance analysis for designs/drawings
  • Experience in CAD design using Creo
  • Experience leading a design or build team on a project
  • Knowledge of DFMA principles and modern machining techniques
  • Prior experience in Defense or Aerospace
  • Understanding of Change Management, and processing Engineering Changes in a Product Data Management Tool

Responsibilities

  • Application of engineering principles to aid in design and development.
  • Perform in depth research and analyzing mechanical assemblies
  • Generate detailed design drawings incorporating GD&T to ensure the requirements are maintained.
  • Work with a cross-functional engineering and analysis team involving material selection, thermal management, precision mechanical mounting and motion, and structural optimization while balancing schedule constraints.
  • Utilize change management and process engineering changes in a product data management tool. This will include creation, rework and changes to the design as the changes occur. Contacts are primarily with the immediate section manager, team lead, project leaders and other personnel (peers) within the applicable program.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • short-term disability
  • long-term disability
  • 401(k) match
  • flexible spending accounts
  • flexible work schedules
  • employee assistance program
  • Employee Scholar Program
  • parental leave
  • paid time off
  • holidays
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