Mechanical Engineer - Advanced Air Vehicles

Gokenamericallc; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 79,900 - 90,921; Full time

Job summary

Gokenamericallc in Costa Mesa, CA is looking for an Engineer to design and integrate advanced hardware for air vehicles. You will be responsible for the entire development cycle from concept to launch.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, along with proficiency in CAD tools and an understanding of manufacturing methods. The position offers a competitive salary of $58 to $66 per hour.

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience in engineering.
• Preferably specialization in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive, or Manufacturing.
• Understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and integrate hardware on unmanned air vehicles.
• Coordinate engineering designs with teams and manufacturers.
• Ensure quality and manage 3D CAD and technical drawings.

Skills

3D designing mechanical parts in NX CAD

FEMAP analysis

Integrating electrical and mechanical subsystems

Manufacturing methods knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio (USA) with Engineering Centers in Pune, India and Yokohama, Japan, Goken is a global Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. We partner with OEMs and suppliers across the mobility space, as well as clients in non‑mobility industries, to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate product development.

At Goken, we embrace our motto of “Time to Innovate” by pushing boundaries, cultivating entrepreneurial thinking, and empowering individuals who thrive on tackling challenges, embrace fresh ideas, and are driven to create solutions that shape the future. This mindset fuels our mission and empowers our teams to solve complex problems, deliver measurable value, and move our clients and industries forward.

Our Vision is to empower associates to drive innovation and lead meaningful change wherever it’s needed, ensuring we stay ahead of the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. Our Mission is to build trust that fosters greatness in our people, excellence in our clients, and positive impact in the communities we serve.

Goken offers a competitive compensation structure and benefits that support professional growth and personal well‑being. We also foster a culture built on high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development.

Summary

The Engineer will be responsible for design and integration of advanced hardware for air vehicles. You will own the development cycle from concept to production, release, and launch of components, systems, and sub‑systems for advanced air vehicles programs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and integrate hardware on unmanned air vehicles
• Develop and mature components from concept through production
• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production
• Coordinate engineering designs and systems with purchasing, suppliers, testing team, manufacturing team, other vehicle subsystems and functions
• Responsible for quality of components and/or subsystem 3D CAD and technical drawings
• Work with suppliers to create specifications and requirements of the components.
• Provide technical support and system analysis for root cause analysis of development issues
• Coordinate, lead and participate in design reviews
• Remain up‑to‑date in relevant new technology and products
• Travel as required
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering plus 5 years relevant experience.
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing.
• Experience integrating electrical and mechanical subsystems into advanced air vehicles
• Experience and proficiency in 3D designing mechanical parts in NX CAD.
• Experience with analysis using FEMAP.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, composite lamination, etc)
• High competence with, and fluid use of, engineering first principles
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and tooling.
• Experience developing aircraft subsystem layouts, performing architectural trade studies, and evaluating vendor performance data
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

The pay range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base pay only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.

California Pay Range: $58 — $66 USD

Goken is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and engaging workplace across all global locations. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities for career growth and professional development, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.