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Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) · 3 days ago

Staff Mechanical Engineer

San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $175K/yr

9+ years exp

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing. The Staff Mechanical Engineer will play a key role in the design, development, and validation of mechanical components and systems for new aircraft programs, supporting multi-disciplinary product development activities.

AerospaceManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Create or modify 3-D models, detailed drawings, assemblies and installations, system requirements, interface/supplier control drawings, performance specifications, system checkout procedures and statements of work

Structural or thermal analysis of structures and systems

Support the creation of system requirements, trade studies, sub-component and test plans

Optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM), assembly (DFA), and maintainability

Support the creation of engineering development work orders, build guides and travelers

Collaborate with machinists, technicians, and manufacturing engineers to iterate quickly

Support and/or lead the development, test, verification, and validation of mechanical systems

Coordinate with internal and external integrated product teams

Provide manufacturing, component test and ground/flight test support

Utilize PDM for revision and configuration control

Create and participate in design reviews

Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers

Contribute to long-term strategic planning within the discipline

Qualification

SolidWorksMechanical design experienceSystem integrationFull Lifecycle Product DevelopmentGD&THyperWorksDFM/AComposite designMicrosoft Office SuiteOrganizational skillsWriting skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Minimum 9 years of mechanical design experience

Expert with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM (or similar)

Expert at detailing drawings to include appropriate use of GD&T

Experience with HyperWorks (or similar)

Proficient at system integration and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Experience with Full Lifecycle Product Development

Hands-on experience working with machine shops, integrating prototype designs, and conducting validation tests

Advanced understanding of structures, mechanisms, system layout, and materials

Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Solid organizational Skills and detailed oriented

Strong Writing Skills

Preferred

Fundamental understanding of other disciplines including stress, dynamics, thermal analysis, production, electronics, systems engineering, etc

Experience with composite design and layup

Experience with DFM/A

Experience transitioning a product to production

Experience with Risk Management

Familiarity with Military standards relating to the mechanical design of aircraft

Familiarity with Engineering Change Requests/Orders ECR/Os

Experience with a gated design process/workflow

Experience with supplier management and procurement (such as SOWs, RFPs, and/or vendor management)

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.

Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.

Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.

Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.

Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.

Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.

Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.

Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.

Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!