Mechanical Engineer III - Camarillo, CA

Lucix Corporation; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucix Corporation in Camarillo, California is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join their Mechanical Engineering team. The role involves developing new space hardware for communication satellites and overseeing the complete lifecycle of the product.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include mechanical analyses, prototyping, and close collaboration with RF engineers.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of industry experience in mechanical or electromechanical design.
• Experience with CAD and FEA software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Solid knowledge of GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Own the lifecycle of space hardware from concept to production.
• Perform mechanical analyses on new product designs.
• Rapidly prototype and iterate on designs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Electromechanical design

CAD software

FEA software

GD&T knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Lucix Corporation develops and provides cutting edge RF Electronic and Passive Components for satellite communication payloads. All hardware is designed, qualified, manufactured, tested and shipped from Lucix facilities in California. We are looking for a motivated, hands‑on, passionate individual to develop new space hardware for communication satellites.

We are actively seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join our Mechanical Engineering team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• In this position, you will own the complete lifecycle of space hardware from initial electrical/RF design concept to production & unit delivery
• Perform mechanical analyses (vibration, thermal, radiation) on new product designs to ensure survival to launch and on‑orbit environments
• Rapidly prototype & iterate on designs

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or institution
• 3-5 years of industry experience with mechanical or electromechanical design, analysis, and/or manufacturing
• Experience with CAD and FEA software packages, preferably SolidWorks
• Solid knowledge of GD&T
• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Master's of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; or other engineering discipline
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience; preferably in design and analysis of electronics/microwave packaging for space applications
• Knowledge of high mix, low volume manufacturing methods, i.e. CNC manufacturing
• Previous ownership of component design from concept to aerospace industry qualification and production
• Rapid prototyping & design iteration
• Working closely with RF engineers and proficiency with microwave assemblies
• Working on mechanical design of PCAs with PCB designers (layout, thermal, vibration)