Senior Mechanical Engineer - Aerospace Hardware Lead

Advanced Manufacturing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Manufacturing Company in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design for aviation systems. This role requires deep expertise in aerospace hardware and hands-on experience in lab settings.

The ideal candidate will manage hardware projects from concept through production, with responsibilities including design optimization and technical mentorship. Compensation ranges from $150,000 to $200,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in mechanical engineering for aerospace or defense hardware.
• Deep technical expertise in fluid systems, mechanisms, or structural design.
• Hands-on and lab-comfortable, expected to engage directly with hardware.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for a defined mechanical discipline.
• Drive hardware from bench prototype through qualification.
• Ensure designs are optimized for reliability and manufacturability.

Skills

Mechanical engineering for aerospace or defense hardware

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Solid mechanics

Leadership

Tools

Siemens NX

FEA tools

Job description

Advanced Manufacturing Company in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design for aviation systems. This role requires deep expertise in aerospace hardware and hands-on experience in lab settings.

The ideal candidate will manage hardware projects from concept through production, with responsibilities including design optimization and technical mentorship. Compensation ranges from $150,000 to $200,000 annually.