Mechanical Engineer Job Description 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, detailed drawings, 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. •    PDM usage •    experience with a gated design process/workflow •    familiarity with Engineering Change Requests/Orders ECR/Os Required Qualifications and Skills: •    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. •    Experience with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM (or similar) •    Experience with HyperWorks (or similar) •    Basic understanding of structures, mechanisms, system layout, and materials •    Basic understanding of detail drawing creation and GD&T •    Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). •    Solid organizational Skills and detailed oriented •    Strong Writing Skills •    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. •    Familiarity with Engineering Change Requests/Orders ECR/Os •    Experience with a gated design process/workflow •    Experience with supplier management and procurement (such as SOWs, RFPs, and/or vendor management) Standard Benefits: •    Health: Health/Dental/Vision •    PTO •    Retirement: 401k •    Casual dress code, Free snacks •    Amazing location to live, work, and play ESAero is an equal opportunity employer E-Verify participation required for employment. Must be able to pass background check Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States Hiring Range: $70k-$130k Annually   Powered by JazzHR