Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics)

Alumni Founders

Redondo Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Alumni Founders in Redondo Beach, CA, seeks a senior mechanical/aerospace engineer to lead full-cycle avionics hardware development from concept to launch for advanced propulsion space vehicles. You will perform structural and thermal analysis, manage mechanical interfaces, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize vehicle performance.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 5+ years of aerospace or high-performance electronics design, with

Qualifications

  • Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with over 5 years of experience in aerospace or high-performance electronics design.
  • Proficiency in CAD tools, GD&T, and FEA is essential for managing complex assemblies and ensuring mechanical reliability.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the full-cycle development of avionics hardware from concept through launch for advanced propulsion space vehicles.
  • Perform structural and thermal analysis and manage mechanical interfaces to optimize vehicle performance.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure reliable, producible designs.

Skills

Mechanical Design
CAD
FEA
GD&T
Thermal Management
Structural Dynamics
DFM
DFA
Tolerance Stack-up Analysis
Precision Machining
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Avionics Hardware Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX
Creo
SolidWorks
Teamcenter

Job description

Lead the full-cycle development of avionics hardware from concept through launch for advanced propulsion space vehicles. This includes performing structural and thermal analysis, managing mechanical interfaces, and collaborating cross-functionally to optimize vehicle performance.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with over 5 years of experience in aerospace or high-performance electronics design. Proficiency in CAD tools, GD&T, and FEA is essential for managing complex assemblies and ensuring mechanical reliability.

Key Skills

Mechanical Design, CAD, FEA, GD&T, Thermal Management, Structural Dynamics, DFM, DFA, Tolerance Stack-up Analysis, Precision Machining, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Avionics Hardware Development, NX, Creo, SolidWorks, Teamcenter

Benefits
  • Stock Options
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
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