Mechanical Engineering Tech - Contractor

Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. The Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for working on all stages of production cycles, from research and design to manufacturing, installation, and evaluation in support of various company products related to spacecraft subsystems. You will be involved in design activities, work closely with both hardware and software engineering teams, and will be involved in multiple projects at a time.

Support Engineering Systems Design: Plan and Create Mechanical Designs: Conceptualize and produce innovative mechanical designs for new products.

Conduct Experiments and Evaluations: Test and refine product designs to improve performance and innovation.

Utilize SolidWorks CAD tools to create technical drawings, specifications, and related documents.

Design Electronic Module Components: Focus on the design of electronic module mechanical parts and their integration.

Perform Thermal and Structural Analysis: Conduct hand calculations and use FEA computational tools for detailed analyses.

Interface with Customers: Communicate technical solutions and collaborate on requirements effectively.

Estimate Project Budgets and Schedules: Plan and manage resources to meet project goals and timelines.

Collaborate Across Teams: Work with cross-functional teams, vendors, and contractors to optimize designs and processes.

Perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions for complex challenges.

Support Development, Testing, and Production Activities: Oversee supplier integration and ensure alignment with program objectives.

Aerospace Electronic Packaging: Designing and integrating compact, ruggedized electronic packaging solutions that meet aerospace environmental, thermal, and EMI/EMC requirements.

Mechanical Design and Analysis: Creating innovative, effective mechanical designs and performing thermal/structural analysis.

SolidWorks Proficiency: Expertly using SolidWorks CAD and SolidWorks Simulation for advanced design and analysis tasks.

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; 5 or more years of engineering experience working in aerospace electronic packaging required.

• Proficient in SolidWorks CAD and SolidWorks Simulation for thermal and structural analysis; Demonstrated expertise in engineering principles, technical problem-solving, and applying advanced design concepts.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills; Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Security Clearance.

In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance

• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.

Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.

From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.

We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

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