Aerospace Mechanical Engineer — Design, Analysis & NDT

GP Strategies Government Solutions Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc. in Chatsworth, CA is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer or Designer/Drafter to join our aerospace team onsite. You will create and revise 2D drawings and 3D models for pressure vessels, piping, tooling, and assemblies.

The role requires strong ASME Code knowledge, fatigue analysis, and familiarity with ASNT nondestructive testing. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Office and Project is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution preferred.
• Engineering experience in aerospace, pressure systems, high-reliability manufacturing, or related fields.
• Strong expertise in ASME Pressure Vessel Code and Piping Code requirements; experience with fatigue/fracture mechanics.
• Familiarity with ASNT nondestructive testing methods; Acoustic Emission Testing strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Project.
• SolidWorks modeling and AutoCAD modeling/drawing creation; P&ID development; isometric piping drawings.
• Preferred Professional Engineer license in California and API 510/570 certifications.

Responsibilities

• Create/revise 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and SolidWorks for aerospace pressure vessels, piping systems, tooling, and assemblies.
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis per ASME Pressure Vessel Code (Section VIII), ASME B31.3 Piping Code, and cycle life analysis.
• Familiar with nondestructive inspection ASNT methods; support Acoustic Emission Testing as needed.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, calculations, and presentations using the full Microsoft Office Suite.
• Utilize Microsoft Project to develop, maintain, and track project schedules, resource allocation, milestones, and critical paths.
• Support procurement, testing, and production in a shop environment, including troubleshooting, fit checks, and basic hand tools; assist assembly/testing.
• Travel up to 20% for supplier audits, customer meetings, field support, installations, or training activities.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ASME Code knowledge

Nondestructive testing

Fatigue analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

P&ID development

Job description

GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc. in Chatsworth, CA is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer or Designer/Drafter to join our aerospace team onsite. You will create and revise 2D drawings and 3D models for pressure vessels, piping, tooling, and assemblies.

The role requires strong ASME Code knowledge, fatigue analysis, and familiarity with ASNT nondestructive testing. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Office and Project is essential.