Flight Hardware Mechanical Engineer - Rapid Prototyping

Castelion Corporation; Torrance (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Castelion Corporation in Torrance, CA is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to own flight hardware development for hypersonic vehicles. You will design, fabricate, and integrate critical structures, moving concepts to flight on accelerated timelines.

You will collaborate with a fast-moving team and take ownership from day one, contributing across the full hardware lifecycle. Ideal candidates thrive in rapid, hands-on environments, show strong attention to detail, and demonstrate a proactive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of professional ME experience.
• CAD design experience with SolidWorks or NX.
• Strong understanding of statics, dynamics, and thermal principles.
• Hands-on, ownership-minded and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop flight hardware including tanks, mechanisms, and actuators.
• Support four-week subsystem prototype cycles and design reviews.
• Work closely with technicians and leads to test and document hardware.

Skills

CAD design

Statics & dynamics

Ownership mentality

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of professional ME experience

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Castelion Corporation in Torrance, CA is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to own flight hardware development for hypersonic vehicles. You will design, fabricate, and integrate critical structures, moving concepts to flight on accelerated timelines.

You will collaborate with a fast-moving team and take ownership from day one, contributing across the full hardware lifecycle. Ideal candidates thrive in rapid, hands-on environments, show strong attention to detail, and demonstrate a proactive