Location:   San Luis Obispo, CA US Citizenship Required for this Position:  Yes Relocation  Available:   No   Company Overview: Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is a growing aerospace company in the San Luis Obispo area that provides various services which include but are not limited to: rapid system development, on-demand niche engineering, hands-on development/testing, and small UAS aerospace system manufacturing. Job Summary: ESAero is seeking a self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The engineer will assist in the multi-functional product development of new aircraft design and manufacturing, while collaborating with other engineering disciplines and project personnel. Responsibilities and Duties: + Support the development, test, verification, and validation of mechanical designs. + Creating or modifying 3-D models, assemblies and installations, system requirements, interface/supplier control drawings, performance specifications, system checkout procedures and statements of work. + Structural or thermal analysis of structures and systems. + Support the creation of system requirements, trade studies, sub-component and test plans. + Creating work orders, build guides and travelers. + Coordinating with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams. + Providing manufacturing, component test and ground/flight test support. Required Qualifications and Skills: + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. + Experience with SolidWorks (or similar) + Experience with HyperWorks (or similar) + Basic understanding of structures, mechanisms, system layout, and materials + Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). + Solid organizational Skills + Strong Writing Skills + Detailed Oriented + US Citizenship Required + Willing to relocate to San Luis Obispo, CA Desirable Qualifications and Skills: + This is a mid-level engineering position. 2-5 years experience is preferred. + Hands-on experience working with machine shops, integrating prototype designs, and conducting validation tests. + Fundamental understanding of other disciplines including stress, dynamics, thermal analysis, production, electronics, systems engineering, etc. + Experience with Risk Management + Familiarity with Military standards relating to the mechanical design of aircraft. + Experience with supplier management and procurement (such as SOWs, RFPs, and/or vendor management) Standard Benefits: + Health: Health/Dental/Vision + Retirement: 401k + Schedule: Flexible schedule, PTO + Casual dress code, Free snacks, Dog friendly office + Amazing location to live, work, and play Powered by JazzHR