Design Engineer III ( CA)

Johnson Service Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance options

Short-term disability

401(k)

Weekly pay

Job summary

JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP is seeking a Design Engineer III for a temp to perm position in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in gearbox design for gas turbines, proficiency in CAD software, and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. Responsibilities include designing and developing gearbox systems, conducting analytical studies, and preparing engineering documentation. Competitive salary range is $140K - $170K DOE, along with benefits like medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in gearbox development with gas turbine designs or aerospace.
• Proficiency in CAD software and analysis tools.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop gearbox systems for gas turbine engines.
• Conduct load analysis, thermal, and fatigue studies.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Gas turbine experience

CAD software (e.g., CATIA, NX)

Analytical skills

Education

BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Johnson Service Group is seeking a Design Engineer III for a temp to perm position located in San Diego, CA.

Salary range: $140K - $170K DOE.

Must have Aerospace and Gas Turbine experience - 10+ years.

Summary of Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced engineer with a strong background in gearbox design to join our skilled engineering team. The engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, integration, and validation of gearboxes for gas turbine engines, supporting programs from concept through production and sustainment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and develop gearbox systems for gas turbine engines.
• Design gas turbine components for the powerhead, LRUs, and other equipment.
• Perform detailed mechanical design, including gear geometry, housing, bearings, seals, shafts, and lubrication systems.
• Conduct analytical studies (load analysis, thermal, FEA, fatigue) to ensure mechanical integrity and performance comply with customer and airworthiness specifications.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation including 3D models, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Support testing and validation of the gearbox components and systems.
• Participate in root cause investigations and provide corrective actions for development and in-service issues.
• Interface with suppliers and subcontractors for build‑to‑print and build‑to‑specification components.
• Follow up with other engineering groups to assure design performs as specified.
• Coordinate with other engineering and company departments to achieve optimization of the design, based on established constraints.
• Build a strong relationship with clients, partners and parent company technical team in a partnership environment.

Required Competencies; Education / Knowledge / Skills and Abilities

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or similar field.
• 10+ years’ experience in gearbox development with gas turbine designs or within aerospace.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, NX) and analysis tools (ANSYS).
• Familiarity with materials, coatings, and heat‑treatment processes relevant to gearbox components.
• Experience with aerospace standards and design practices.
• Demonstrated experience with Dimensioning and Tolerancing, ASME Y14.5-2009 (GD&T).
• Demonstrated experience with Stack‑Up Analysis.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of lubrication systems, thermal management, and tribology.
• Experience in designs that comply with airworthiness rules and aviation standards as related to commercial aircraft engines.
• Understanding of the operation of aircraft Auxiliary Power Units and related systems.
• Understanding of configuration management and design control.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to make good decisions related to component design and application.
• Creative and innovative problem solver.

Physical Requirements

• Specific vision abilities, required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Information

• The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time.
• The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance options
• Short‑term disability
• 401(k)
• Weekly pay

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.