Rugged Defense Systems Mechanical Engineer

Chaos, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily lunch

No meeting Fridays

Unlimited PTO

Casual dress code

Job summary

CHAOS Industries in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to integrate ruggedized electronics and mission hardware into ground- and sea-mobile platforms for aerospace and defense applications. You will prototype, design enclosures, and support multi-disciplinary system integration.

The role emphasizes hands-on prototyping, CAD proficiency (SolidWorks), and collaboration with senior engineers in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or expected soon.
• Hands-on prototyping experience with rugged hardware.
• Strong CAD proficiency (SolidWorks) and mechanical design knowledge.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prototype and mechanically integrate mission systems into platforms.
• Design mechanical structures, enclosures, and mechanisms for shock and vibration.
• Develop 3D CAD models and ICDs for system integration.
• Perform preliminary structural and thermal analyses under guidance.
• Support production transition and fielded system sustainment.

Skills

Mechanical CAD

Prototyping

Cross-functional collaboration

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Coursework in mechanical design/structures

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA software (e.g., ANSYS)

ANSYS

Job description

CHAOS Industries in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to integrate ruggedized electronics and mission hardware into ground- and sea-mobile platforms for aerospace and defense applications. You will prototype, design enclosures, and support multi-disciplinary system integration.

The role emphasizes hands-on prototyping, CAD proficiency (SolidWorks), and collaboration with senior engineers in a fast-paced environment.