Mechanical Engineer

Junior Mechanical EngineerLocation: San Diego, CA (in-office)Salary range: $71,000 - $90,000 / yr + stock options, 401k matching, and other benefitsRole OverviewSeasats deploys unmanned surface vessels on multi-month missions that rely on top-quality mechanical systems. Our mechanical engineering team designs and builds these systems, providing customers with products they can count on. Our team has grown to keep pace with rapidly multiplying projects, and now we're looking to recruit a junior engineer. This person will work closely with senior engineers and vehicle design leadership, taking on real design and fabrication work while building the skills and judgment to take on greater ownership over time.Role DetailsEveryone on this team gets real ownership over their work, along with support and mentorship from senior engineers. Some tasks will include:Designing parts and assemblies, with guidance from senior engineersSupporting timeline and plan creationReviewing, detailing, and configuration management of CAD modelsDesigning (CAD) fixtures, tooling, jigsSourcing and communicating with suppliersFilling out vehicle BOM and evaluating production/procurement optionsSupporting process refinements to increase production efficiencyAssembly and Q&A of incoming parts from external suppliersTesting new and existing designs of components of the vesselsAbout YouYou're a self-starter with a get-stuff-done attitude, a solid foundation in mechanical engineering and fabrication, and an interest in the maritime space. Specifically, you have:0-2 years of experience (internships, co-ops, school projects, or professional experience) working on mechanical parts in a team environmentWorking knowledge of SolidworksA foundational understanding of mechanical engineering, structures, assembly and DFM trade-offs, and fabrication methodsInterest in or background in the maritime space, from work, school projects, competitions, or personal time on and around the waterSome exposure to how different manufacturing processes (i.e. CNC milling, 3D printing, waterjet, etc.) affect designWillingness to learn to work with outsourced parts and external vendors/fabricatorsStrong communication skills with vendors and internal teamGood organizational skills - tracking BOMs, following up with suppliers, etc.Attention to detail, with a basic understanding of GD&T and an interest in learning to create drawings for suppliersExperience in startups, competitions (e.g. FSAE, Baja SAE, robotics teams), or similarly tight-timeline settingsBasic understanding of electrical and software needs for electro-mechanical systems is a plusDue to export control requirements applicable to this position, we are only able to consider U.S. persons, as defined by U.S. export control laws. This includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and individuals granted asylee or refugee statusBonusAn understanding of basic naval architectureBasic understanding of compositesUnderstanding of autonomous systemsExperience with combustion engines and hybrid power systemsAbout SeasatsAt Seasats, we're passionate about delivering maritime robotics solutions to redefine the maritime industry. Our primary products are unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), designed to carry sensors at sea for months at a time. Our USVs provide persistent monitoring and data acquisition to defense, scientific, and commercial customers, and have autonomously crossed both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. After thousands of years in which the only way to gather information from the ocean was to put people on a boat, these uncrewed vessels are transforming how humanity monitors and interacts with the ocean. Here, you'll find the space and opportunity to do your life's best work.Along with your salary, you'll receive perks including:Competitive insurance (including a 99% employer-covered Gold HMO plan or other options)401k matching up to 4% of salaryFour free lunches per weekAn employee activity fundA pet-friendly officeUnlimited/Flex PTOHiring NotesWhen you apply, you'll be asked to provide a resume and answer a few screening questions.Please note that we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas, so candidates must be independently authorized to work in the United States.We appreciate diverse perspectives and life experiences, and we're committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds. Seasats provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.We look forward to reviewing your application!