MECHANICAL ENGINEER IV

Marvin Engineering Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Inglewood, CA, is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer. You will support the development, documentation, and design of mechanical systems, particularly in the aerospace sector. The ideal candidate has a background in aerospace manufacturing, design, and analysis with a strong emphasis on electro-mechanical systems. A minimum of 12 years’ experience and proficiency in CATIA are required. This position offers a base salary within the range of $120,000 to $140,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in relevant design/analysis/development environments.
• Knowledge of electromechanical systems and large structures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document mechanical systems.
• Support system design and modification.
• Perform spatial integration at system level.
• Lead research of technical issues.
• Work with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct detailed design work.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Design and Analysis

Mechanical systems

Electro-mechanical components

Cross-functional teams

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Date: Jan 22, 2026
Location: Inglewood, CA, US, 90302
Company: Marvin Engineering Co.
Req ID: 1150
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Range: 120,000 - 140,000
The Marvin Group is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment. The Marvin Group, a leading defense contractor, plays a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of various systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near the Los Angeles International Airport, The Marvin Group consists of Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and Marvin Land Systems (MLS). Marvin Engineering designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment. Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment. Marvin Land Systems specializes in the design and build of power and thermal management systems. For over 60 years we have maintained “A Tradition of Excellence”, serving as a trusted source for our unwavering commitment to supporting all branches of the Department of Defense and our global allies. Our collaboration extends across a diverse array of programs and platforms, including major military prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.

Position Summary

Supports the development and documentation of mechanical systems. Supports the development, maintenance, or modification of system designs/proposals to provide design documentation and high-level requirements. Performs detail design development and modification of mechanical system installations. Supports team in performing spatial integration at system or component level and modification of mechanisms. Prepares technical documents for mechanical components and systems.

Qualifications

This position requires a strong background in aerospace manufacturing, Design and Analysis with an emphasis on pneumatic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components, assemblies, preferably for use in military or commercial aviation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanisms which may include linkages, levers, pneumatic devices, solenoid, and motor operators. In addition to manufacturing/machining/processing of metallic components, connectors, and electromechanical components experience. Knowledge of airborne weapon systems and /or weapon carriage equipment is strongly desirable. Works under limited supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leading research of technical, operational, and quality issues that cannot be resolved by the customer
• Assessing and resolving product/process issues through the product lifecycle
• Working with and directing cross-functional teams to conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for complex design non-conformances.
• Experience conducts detailed design work, assembly layout and the creation of drawings & solid models in CATIA and/or providing analysis of interim and final engineering solutions
• Oversees documentation of hardware related issues.
• Supports the development, maintenance or modification of system, component, and installation designs/proposals to provide design documentation.
• Perform and document analyses to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
• Supports operations with ongoing technical support of products in production.
• Designs and reviews layouts of components, calculates stack-up of detail components, and all supporting documentation, when necessary, to facilitate operations and ensure that established objectives and budgets are achieved.
• Reviews completed layouts and drawings to ensure clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensioning.
• Writes technical reports and supports conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design reviews to ensure designs meet internal and customer requirements.
• Supports proposal preparation and new business development efforts.
• Leads and directs activities to validate and verify mechanical and system requirements to ensure designs meet internal and customer requirements.
• Trains, coaches, and mentors’ others

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 12 years experience in relevant design/analysis/development environment, preferably for military or commercial aviation. The candidate should have knowledge of manufacturing of mechanical components and assemblies with emphasis in complex electromechanical systems, or large structures.
• Engineering Processes - Knowledge of responsibilities and tasks performed by various Engineering departments/disciplines (e.g., design, test, software, technology, avionics). Knowledge of the interaction between departments/ disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes (e.g., Operations, Logistics, Business).
• Manufacturing Methods - Experience of manufacturing, methods, fabrication processes (e.g., forming, stamping, machining, heat treatment, machines/machine tools, cutting tools and fluids, N/C programming, instrumentation, data acquisition and control systems) for aerospace requirements. Ability to select the best method of producing parts, tools or assemblies.
• Design Concepts & Techniques - Experience in design concepts and techniques (e.g., concurrent engineering, Design for Manufacture/Assembly [DFM/DFA]). Must be able to perform structural analysis by hand calculations and finite element methods. Experience of aerospace materials properties and selection as well as processing including Heat Treat and Coatings for aerospace requirements.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in creation of design concepts using CAD tools. CAD experience in CATIA (preferred) and PDM Smart Team is a plus.
• Proficient in creating detail drawings, assembly drawings, interface drawings and source control drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.100-LATEST standard. Creating detail drawings, assembly drawings, interface drawings and source control drawings.
• Proficient in Geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) using ASME Y14.5-LATEST standard and stack-up analysis.
• Application of advanced principles, theories, concepts, and techniques in solving mechanical engineering problems.
• 3D printing in PLA, composite and/or metal experience is a plus.
• Must be able to perform basic measurement and inspection processes.
• Proficient of Military standards and compliance rules and regulations mandated under the following quality and governmental standards: AS9100 & ITAR.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
• Must be able to write engineering reports, typically to document analysis and test results. Evidence of accomplishment in self-documentation of work product through technical reports, test reports etc. will be considered as a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products is essential
• Proof of Education is required
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Work Environment

• Medium-to-large office environment
• Must be flexible and be able to work in a fast-paced environment in groups or individually.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Exposed to a combination of normal office type environments

Salary and Travel

Base Salary Range (Inglewood only): $120,000 to $140,000

Travel Requirements: There are typically no travel requirements for this position (0%)

Notes

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this position's employee(s). Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

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