Senior Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace Hardware (Hybrid)

EVONA (United States); Huntington Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare stipend

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Equity opportunity after 12 months

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

West Coast Solutions in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze, and qualify advanced aerospace hardware. You will work with electrical, systems, and manufacturing engineers from concept through production.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, 3D CAD (SolidWorks), thermal and structural analysis (FEA), and supplier engagement. Candidates should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong foundation in design, materials, tolerancing, and manufacturability.
• Experience with 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), thermal and structural.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment and deliverable hardware.
• Strong communication skills in multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ownership mentality and ability to independently execute tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and enclosures for aerospace electronics, power, and cryogenic systems.
• Create and maintain 3D models, drawings, and documentation using SolidWorks or similar CAD tools.
• Perform thermal and structural analysis, including FEA, and technical trade studies.
• Support thermal management, packaging, and mechanical integration of electronic hardware.
• Select materials and manufacturing processes suitable for high-reliability applications.
• Plan and execute mechanical, environmental, and qualification testing.
• Support hardware through prototype, qualification, and production phases.
• Participate in design reviews, root-cause investigations, and technical decision-making.
• Generate test procedures, analysis reports, and technical documentation.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers as needed.

Skills

CAD design

SolidWorks

FEA

Thermal management

Mechanical design

Cross-functional team

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA software

Job description

West Coast Solutions in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze, and qualify advanced aerospace hardware. You will work with electrical, systems, and manufacturing engineers from concept through production.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, 3D CAD (SolidWorks), thermal and structural analysis (FEA), and supplier engagement. Candidates should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience.