Principal Mechanical Engineer

Intellisense Systems Inc; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and fast-growing technology firm is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to design rugged military hardware for air, land, and sea applications. This role involves leading product development teams, ensuring designs meet stringent military standards, and mentoring junior engineers. With a strong emphasis on creativity and hands-on testing, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical projects that operate in extreme environments. Join a company that values your expertise and provides a supportive environment for career growth and innovation.

Benefits

4 Weeks PTO

10 Paid Holidays

401(k) with Employer Matching

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Health Savings Accounts

Tuition Assistance

Paid Employee Assistance Program

Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Workers Compensation Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 12+ years of design and test experience in aerospace or military systems.
• Experience with structural and thermal simulation packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical Engineer on multi-disciplinary product teams.
• Design and validate mechanical solutions for military applications.
• Train and mentor other Mechanical Engineers.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Structural Analysis

Thermal Analysis

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Design for Manufacturing (DFM)

GD&T

Rapid Prototyping

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Pro-E

CATIA

Job description

Intellisense Systems, Inc.

is a privately held company with a proven track record of developing and deploying innovative products that successfully operate in the most extreme environments.

We are a fast-growing Southern California technology innovator that solves tough, mission-critical challenges for our customers in the aerospace, defense, and commercial markets.

We design, develop, and manufacture advanced products for ground, maritime, and airborne applications.

We’re seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to

develop cutting-edge, ruggedized military hardware to support operations via air, land, or sea. Our department focuses on tightly integrated, compact sensing and computing technologies to deliver mission critical information. Our products have been deployed and proven across all seven continents in the harshest environments on the planet.

This role will be to design and validate mechanical design solutions for advanced ground vehicle and airborne electronics for military applications. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in cradle-to-grave product development with strong emphasis on test and validation of hardware to MIL standards (e.g., -810H, -461G, RTCA DO-160).

The successful candidate will demonstrate out-of-the-box creativity and a passion for mechanical design along with a knack for hands-on building and testing. This role also offers the opportunity for career growth into technical management, if desired.

This is an on-site role located in Torrance, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Perform as the lead responsible Mechanical Engineer on multi-disciplinary product teams.
• Design, analyze, and test sensors and integrated electronics with an emphasis on the successful transition of the design to production.
• Lead, and be the subject matter expert for, environmental testing (dynamics, thermal, etc.) for strategic programs in the company.
• Interface with customers as a technical lead during regular meetings and milestone reviews.
• Perform structural and thermal analyses for strategic programs to ensure ruggedness and survivability of products during the design stage.
• Identify technical issues, propose solutions, and ensure appropriate action is taken to resolve the technical issues.
• Train and mentor other Mechanical Engineers in analysis and validation testing to further develop the in-house knowledge base.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills:

• B.S. or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of design and test experience in a product development capacity focused on aerospace or military systems.
• 5+ years of experience with structural and thermal simulation packages (SolidWorks, ANSYS).
• Advanced proficiency in solid modeling using SolidWorks (preferred), Pro-E, or CATIA.
• Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) and production processes for aerospace or military electronics.
• Strong understanding of GD&T in producing part and assembly manufacturing drawings.
• Well-versed in manufacturing processes, including machining, rapid prototyping, injection molding, laser cutting, etc.
• Ability to design out of the box with minimal input.
• Self-starter willing to take full responsibility for delivering a quality product.

What You Can Expect:

• The ability to innovate, develop, and transition prototype technologies into new products, with rewards for successful transitions.
• The chance to work on new differentiating technologies and implement simple, elegant solutions to meet customer needs.
• Leadership that provides tools and support to ensure your success.

Pay Range:

$135,000-$190,000 annually. Salary varies based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits:

• 4 Weeks PTO a year (including 40 hours of PTO your first day)
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 100% employer matching up to 4% of salary (no vesting period)
• Multiple options for Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance plans
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance (30% of Tuition with a minimum grade)
• 100% Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 100% Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• 100% Paid Workers Compensation Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance

The culture at Intellisense offers the entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company with the support of a larger organization. We seek individuals with broad experience and subject matter expertise.

We recognize employees as our greatest resource, offering immediate paid time off and generous 401(k) matching without a vesting period. For reasonable accommodations during the application process, contact us at 424-319-7813 or [e-mail].

Our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, welcoming all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other protected status.

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