Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Santabarbara Infrared, Inc. (SBIR), a subsidiary of HEICO Corporation, designs and manufactures advanced infrared (IR) and electro‑optical test instrumentation used worldwide. Our products support the testing of military and commercial sensor systems in laboratory, production, depot, and field environments. Role Summary We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and test precision mechanical systems for IR test equipment. In this role, you’ll create and refine designs, support product integration, and collaborate with cross‑disciplinary teams to deliver reliable, high‑performance solutions. Your work will directly impact the performance of next‑generation optical test systems used by global aerospace and defense leaders. This is a hands‑on, on‑site role in Santa Barbara, CA. Compensation: $115,000/yr. to $150,000/yr., DOE. On‑site. Responsibilities Own the complete lifecycle of IR and E-O hardware, including design, development, and testing of mechanical systems and precision optical mounts/mechanisms. Create hardware designs suitable for high mix, low volume production (CNC, sheet metal, AM, etc.) while adhering to budgetary, schedule, and customer requirements. Partner with project managers, system engineers, vendors, and production staff to support manufacturing and rapidly implement performance, reliability, and quality improvements. Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including fabrication/assembly drawings, BOMs, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs). #J-18808-Ljbffr