Mechanical Engineer
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Company Overview
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is a growing aerospace company in the San Luis Obispo area that provides various services which include but are not limited to rapid system development, on-demand niche engineering, hands-on development/testing, and small UAS aerospace system manufacturing.
Job Summary
ESAero is seeking a self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The engineer will assist in the multi-functional product development of new aircraft design and manufacturing, while collaborating with other engineering disciplines and project personnel.
Responsibilities And Duties
- Support the development, test, verification, and validation of mechanical designs.
- Creating or modifying 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.
- Creating work orders, build guides and travelers.
- Coordinating with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams.
- Providing manufacturing, component test and ground/flight test support.
- PDM usage
- experience with a gated design process/workflow
- familiarity with Engineering Change Requests/Orders ECR/Os
Required Qualifications And Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Experience with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM (or similar)
- Experience with HyperWorks (or similar)
- Basic understanding of structures, mechanisms, system layout, and materials
- Basic understanding of detail drawing creation and GD&T
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Solid organizational Skills and detailed oriented
- Strong Writing Skills
- US Citizenship Required
- Willing to relocate to San Luis Obispo, CA
Desirable Qualifications And Skills
- This is a mid-level engineering position. 2-5 years experience is preferred.
- Hands-on experience working with machine shops, integrating prototype designs, and conducting validation tests.
- Fundamental understanding of other disciplines including stress, dynamics, thermal analysis, production, electronics, systems engineering, etc.
- 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)
Standard Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision (employer paid for employee and family)
- PTO
- 401k w/match
- Casual dress code, Free snacks
- Amazing location to live, work, and play
ESAero is an equal opportunity employer
E-Verify Participation Required For Employment.
Must be able to pass background check
Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States
Hiring Range: $70k-$130k (DOE)