Senior Mechanical Engineer – Defense & Aerospace Systems

Actalent; Goleta (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer III in Goleta, CA to drive the design, development, testing, and production transition of advanced electromechanical systems for defense and aerospace programs. You will guide concepts from concept through prototype testing and manufacturing release, in a fast-paced hands-on R&D environment.

The role requires 7+ years in mechanical design, strong Creo skills, GD&T proficiency, and collaboration across mechanical, electrical, systems, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience focused on structural or mechanical design.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficient in Creo for 3D modeling and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, brackets, mounts, and enclosures for defense/aerospace.
• Create 3D CAD models and drawings with Creo, applying GD&T.
• Perform structural and stress analysis to support design decisions.
• Support prototypes with documentation, assembly, and fit checks.
• Lead design verification, testing, and validation activities for reliability.

Skills

Creo CAD

Structural design

GD&T

Prototyping & testing

Multi-project management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Actalent is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer III in Goleta, CA to drive the design, development, testing, and production transition of advanced electromechanical systems for defense and aerospace programs. You will guide concepts from concept through prototype testing and manufacturing release, in a fast-paced hands-on R&D environment.

The role requires 7+ years in mechanical design, strong Creo skills, GD&T proficiency, and collaboration across mechanical, electrical, systems, and