Sr. Mechanical Integration Engineer - Space Technologies

Job Overview

We are seeking a mid‑career Mechanical Integration Engineer to provide engineering design, drafting and assembly support to diverse R&D programs and small‑volume production contracts. Projects vary from packaging high‑reliability electronics subsystems to opto‑mechanical mechanism design such as gimbal and steering‑mirror systems. A Mechanical Integration Engineer bridges the gap between product design and production.

• Design for Manufacturing (DFM): modify or refine mechanical designs and 3D CAD models to ensure efficient mass‑production.
• Process Integration: determine optimal arrangement of assembly lines and production cells to maximize throughput and minimize waste.
• Tooling & Equipment: design custom jigs, fixtures, and mechanical tooling to support new product launches and line setups.
• Quality Control: establish testing protocols, analyze mechanical tolerances, and use PFMEA to prevent defects.
• Troubleshooting & Optimization: perform root‑cause analysis on equipment breakdowns or production bottlenecks, apply Lean or Six Sigma.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  serve as technical liaison between product designers, supply‑chain vendors, and assembly line operators.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 2+ years’ experience in one or more of: mechanical design using Solid Works; GD&T; machining; space hardware design, integration, and test.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Root‑Cause Analysis.

• 5-8 years’ experience in mechanical engineering of space systems.
• Strong verbal communication skills for customer interaction, supplier interaction, etc.
• Ability to work on multiple projects, manage time and priorities.
• Independent or team work; willingness to be hands‑on during hardware assembly, integration, and test.
• Current US security clearance.

Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant). Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).

• Salary range: $91,000 - $138,750.
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, 9/80 work schedule, paid holiday shutdown.

• ITAR Requirement:
  This position requires access to information subject to ITAR/EAR. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person.
• Current U.S. citizenship may be required due to contract requirements.
• Principal only need apply. NO agencies please.

Aero Vironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.