Sr. Project Engineer - Everest Consultants, Inc.

Sr. Project Engineer

Location: Inglewood, CA, US, 90302 (On-site)

Salary Range: $150,000 - $180,000

Direct Hire/Full Time

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be "U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

The Client is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment.

The Client, a leading defense contractor, plays a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of various systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near the Los Angeles International Airport, the Client consists of:

• Client Engineering

  Designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment.

  
  

• Client Solutions

  Designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment.

  
  

• Client Systems

  Specializes in the design and build of power and thermal management systems.

  
  

SCOPE

Lead or assist in the development of electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic systems. Support the development, maintenance, or modification/upgrade of system designs. The Mechanical Engineer will design, develop, document, and test the subsystems used in military applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, own, and understand subsystem designs such as electromechanical, structural, fluid, thermal, and control systems, improving their requirements.
• Design and analyze components and subsystems for electromechanical and electro-hydraulic systems.
• Manage prototype builds, planning, fabrications, and documentation.
• Assess and resolve product/process issues throughout the product lifecycle.
• Work with cross-functional teams to conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for complex design non-conformances.
• Lead the development, testing, and production activities and direct suppliers to optimize integration and achieve program goals.
• Prepare schematics, diagrams, drawings, and reports.
• Participate in program reviews and technical reviews.
• Perform testing and prepare test reports for components and subsystems.

SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with at least 15 years of experience.
• Experience with 3D modeling packages such as Pro Engineer (CREO), AutoCAD, and ANSYS is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods, fabrication processes (e.g., forming, stamping, machining, heat treatment, instrumentation, and data acquisition and control systems).
• Proficiency in geometric dimensioning, tolerance, and stack-up analysis.
• Experience with integration of military systems/standards is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work well within a team.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

The following benefits are offered for this position: medical, dental, & vision insurance, short-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.