Engineering Specialist - 100% onsite

Beacon Hill; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking an Engineering Technician to support a large-scale equipment replication and facility expansion initiative in Simi Valley, CA. The role focuses on building, documenting, and validating manufacturing and test equipment while supporting engineering teams in a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, experience with engineering documentation and change management, and strong SolidWorks proficiency for fixture design

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical experience in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, electronics, or rapid prototyping environments.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and ability to interpret drawings/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical and electrical testing of integrated systems and equipment.
• Design, modify, and document fixtures and tooling using SolidWorks.
• Create, process, and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Develop, update, and maintain engineering drawings, schematics, and build documentation.
• Assemble, troubleshoot, and validate custom testers, fixtures, and electromechanical equipment.
• Support change management processes and ensure documentation is properly released and controlled.
• Operate laboratory and manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet project schedules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Technical School Certification

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Engineering Specialist - 100% onsite (TT1476500LAX-HK) Simi Valley, California

Salary: USD50 - USD50 per hour

Overview

An innovative aerospace and defense organization is seeking an Engineering Technician to support a large-scale equipment replication and facility expansion initiative. This individual will play a critical role in building, documenting, and validating manufacturing and test equipment while supporting engineering teams in a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of hands‑on mechanical and electrical skills, experience with engineering documentation and change management, and strong SolidWorks proficiency for fixture design, tooling updates, and engineering drawing modifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Support mechanical and electrical testing of integrated systems and equipment.
• Design, modify, and document fixtures and tooling using SolidWorks.
• Create, process, and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Develop, update, and maintain engineering drawings, schematics, and build documentation.
• Assemble, troubleshoot, and validate custom testers, fixtures, and electromechanical equipment.
• Support change management processes and ensure documentation is properly released and controlled.
• Operate laboratory and manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist engineers with testing, experimentation, and prototype development activities.
• Document build processes, best practices, and equipment configurations to support scalability and knowledge transfer.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet aggressive project schedules and production milestones.

Top Technical Requirements

• Experience creating and processing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Experience pushing documentation through formal change management systems.
• Experience assembling and troubleshooting testers and electromechanical equipment.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for fixture design, tooling updates, engineering drawings, and documentation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Technical School Certification.
• 3-5+ years of hands‑on technical experience in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, electronics, or a rapid prototyping environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Experience creating or maintaining assembly instructions, tooling documentation, or manufacturing procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team‑oriented environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven manufacturing environment.

Preferred Experience

• Aerospace or defense industry experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, test, or production environments.
• Exposure to prototype development, equipment replication, or facility expansion projects.
• Experience creating and maintaining controlled engineering documentation.

Project Focus

The team is currently replicating approximately 90 pieces of manufacturing and test equipment while creating standardized schematics, tooling documentation, and engineering records. This role will be heavily involved in ensuring equipment can be successfully reproduced, documented, and deployed to support expanding operations.

• Manufacturing and engineering laboratory environment.
• Hands‑on work with mechanical, electrical, and test equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Extended periods of standing, walking, and working on equipment.
• Flexibility to support occasional overtime or weekend work when project deadlines require.

What Makes This Opportunity Attractive

• Work with advanced aerospace and unmanned systems technology.
• Join a highly collaborative engineering and manufacturing team.
• Gain exposure to complex test equipment, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Play a direct role in scaling operations and supporting mission‑critical technology programs.
• Contribute to projects with real‑world impact in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.

Eligibility Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder), or possess qualifying work authorization status as defined by applicable U.S. regulations