Mechanical Design Engineer - Military Simulation Products

Job Description

Simulator Product Solutions LLC is a well-established and profitable sub $10 million company conveniently located off the 405 freeway in Carson. We specialize in custom niche products and are well known in our industry. We’re looking for someone to join our 35+ person team on a full-time basis.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for electro-mechanical engineering designs and modifications by analyzing project requirements; researching and developing electro-mechanical engineering techniques and approaches; validating and verifying designs; and supporting project implementation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Determine electro-mechanical design requirements, objectives and priorities, using input from customers and evaluating similar and related products.

• Organize design projects by identifying short-term and long-term requirements, preparing schedules, cost estimates, and required resources.

• Develop electro-mechanical designs by researching, analyzing, selecting, and applying advanced engineering tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD); preparing drawings using Computer Aided Design software; collaborating with related design teams, evaluating components, materials and suppliers; identifying and resolving design integration/interface and manufacturability issues; determining and establishing design specifications and safety standards.

• Document design by recording electro-mechanical design features, functions, and operational requirements; specifying operational training, detailing safety and support requirements.

• Maintain design team accomplishments by coordinating activities; obtaining expert input; reviewing open issues and action items; contributing informational and electro-mechanical analysis to team meetings and reports; guiding technicians.

• Provide sustaining support by offering technical support; troubleshooting and resolving production problems related to electro-mechanical design.

• Actively support the Quality Improvement System.

Skills and Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.

• 4+ years of relevant design experience, with hands-on problem solving skills..

• Knowledge of electronic systems, electronic production and optical technologies.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

• Analytical tools - ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule format.

• Strong background with system level electro-mechanical design.

• Experience with "integrally illuminated panels and keyboard design" and MIL-P-7788 (AS7788) a plus.Company Description

Simulator Product Solutions LLC is part of the Electronics Group of Orbit International Corp. We custom design and build instruments, panels, and multi-function displays for simulator use for the US and friendly militaries around the world as well as prime contractors and aerospace companies.