Mechanical Engineer

HEICO•Santa Barbara, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Santa Barbara Infrared, Inc. (SBIR), a subsidiary of HEICO Corporation, designs and manufactures infrared and electro-optical test instrumentation for military and commercial sensor systems. SBIR is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and test precision mechanical systems for IR test equipment. The role involves creating and refining designs, supporting product integration, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions for optical test systems used by aerospace and defense customers. This is a hands-on, on-site position in Santa Barbara, California.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
At least 5 years of related experience.
Proficiency with CAD; SolidWorks is preferred.
Solid knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-ups.
Demonstrated experience owning designs through the full lifecycle for high-complexity, low-volume manufacturing.
Ability to work independently and in collaborative, team-oriented environments.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or person granted asylum, with proper documentation, to comply with U.S. export control regulations.
Must pass background, reference, and ITAR/EAR checks, as well as a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Engineering Change Processes (ECOs), revision control, and product data management (PDM/PLM) systems.
Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and/or thermal modeling or simulation.
Background in optical systems, vacuum Dewar design, or electro-mechanical packaging.
Hands-on experience with precision mechanisms, assemblies, or test fixtures.

Responsibilities

Own the lifecycle of IR and electro-optical hardware, including the design, development, and testing of mechanical systems and precision optical mounts and mechanisms.
Create hardware designs for high-mix, low-volume production, including CNC, sheet metal, and additive manufacturing, while meeting budget, schedule, and customer requirements.
Work with project managers, system engineers, vendors, and production staff to support manufacturing and implement performance, reliability, and quality improvements.
Create and maintain design documentation, including fabrication and assembly drawings, bills of materials, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).