Mechanical Engineer (Complex Precision Systems) Los Angeles, CA

Mechanical Engineer (Complex Precision Systems) Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development and deployment of custom precision mechanical systems for the world’s most advanced metal 3D printing systems. You will establish and scale processes for building, assembling, aligning, and integrating these systems. You will work with high‑power lasers, high‑speed cameras, and other proprietary hardware and software to integrate novel capabilities. This is a hands‑on role in which you will own hardware development, testing, and implementation. Build, assemble, align, and deploy complex mechanical systems. Develop procedures for scaling in‑house mechanical build processes from prototype to volume production. Integrate precision components, such as high power lasers, motion control, and high‑speed camera solutions. Design mechanical solutions to integrate seamlessly with precision and repeatability. Create drawings specifically to mechanical GD&T standards. Establish and own the precision alignment process including method, procedure, and software used. Perform test and characterization of optical performance including process, equipment selection, and passing criteria. Work closely with process engineering team to solve physics‑based interdependencies. Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to develop a robust and scalable system architecture. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2 years of hands‑on professional experience, or a Master’s degree with at least one hands‑on mechanical internship. Hands‑on experience with complex precision mechanical systems (build, assembly, alignment, etc.). CAD experience, including GD&T and detailed drawing documentation for mechanical systems development. Strong mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals. Nice to Have: Master’s degree in mechanical engineering. Experience with opto‑mechanical systems or high‑power lasers (tens to hundreds of watts). Experience designing optics for industrial systems such as semiconductor etching, laser cutting, long‑distance laser communication, etc. Basic understanding of image and signal processing. Knowledge of motion control and kinematics. Experience with design of fluid or thermal systems. Location: Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA’s deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: Inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data‑driven decisions. Opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company scaling a world‑changing technology. 100% employer‑paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options). Life insurance. Traditional and Roth 401(k). Relocation assistance. Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays. Generous paid parental leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent. Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette. Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events. Competitive compensation and a significant stock option package. Estimated salary range $120,000–$200,000, adjusted for experience and performance. Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Freeform Future Corp.