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Job Title: QA Validation Specialist (Contract)

Duration: 10 months

Location: Irvine, CA (onsite)

Rate: $38–40/hr.

This position involves hands-on ownership of equipment, facility, and laboratory validations. Ideal for experienced validation professionals who excel in regulated environments and enjoy driving projects from protocol development through audit-ready execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in assuring facility, manufacturing, packaging, and Laboratory equipment are qualified to the required cGMP standards.
• Authors/approves and executes qualification protocols and reports.
• Schedules, plans, manages performance qualifications, calibration and maintenance of equipment and utility systems and laboratory Instruments in coordination with operations, Quality Control and maintenance.
• Assists sourcing and procurement of facility equipment and Laboratory Instruments through completion of following tasks
• Qualification of Vendors Selected.
• Input to the development of the URS/FRS/DDS.
• Assists with the routine calibration and maintenance of the Validation Master Plan for the site.
• May present qualification studies to Regulatory and Client Auditors as required.
• Assists with the design, maintenance, and continual improvement of the qualification system in line with cGMP standards.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance on qualification policies and procedures and the implementation of those within the Production and Quality functional areas.
• Occasionally supervises specialized contract personnel and outside vendors in the performance of contract services.
• Summarizes studies and authors qualification reports in compliance with the cGMP standards and in a timely manner.
• Develops and executes matrix type validations where applicable for processes and equipment with adequate supporting rationales.
• Initiates and investigates exception reports and non-conformances, associated with the qualification studies. Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues.
• Other responsibilities and special projects will be assigned based on business and customer needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences
• 5+ year’s of experience in a highly regulated pharmaceuticals industry or related field
• Strong working knowledge of cGMP and regulatory standards for validation.
• Experience in writing and reviewing SOPs, GMPs, governmental regulations and/or protocols for accuracy, traceability and compliance.
• Demonstrated experience with qualification of commercial processing a packaging equipment.
• Proven track record of managing projects from start to finish on time and on budget.

What happens next:

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Senior Structural Engineer

Location: On-site in Anaheim, CA (relocation assistance available)

Our confidential client is a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary building-design powerhouse that continues to raise the bar on innovation, safety, and community impact. As they expand their California presence, they are adding a Senior Structural Engineer who will shape landmark projects ranging from mixed-use mid-rises to advanced industrial facilities. You will join a highly collaborative group that prizes technical excellence, invests heavily in professional growth, and gives engineers a direct voice with owners and architects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural calculations and design for commercial, industrial, and civic projects using steel, concrete, timber, masonry, and cold-formed steel systems, delivering safe, economical solutions that meet seismic Zone 4 requirements.
• Act as Engineer of Record, reviewing and stamping drawings and calculations in accordance with IBC, CBC, AISC 360, ACI 318, and ASCE 7.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for multiple concurrent projects, coordinating closely with architecture, MEP, and civil teams to keep milestones on track.
• Mentor junior engineers and drafters, instilling best-practice analysis techniques and fostering a culture of continual learning.
• Perform advanced modeling and dynamic analysis with tools such as RISA 3D, RAM Structural System, and ETABS; drive BIM integration with AutoCAD and Revit models.
• Champion continuous improvement by vetting emerging materials, methods, and digital workflows that elevate safety, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain close client relationships, translating technical findings into clear recommendations and presenting design concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering; Master’s in Structural Engineering highly preferred.
• Active California PE or SE license.
• 8 + years of progressive structural design experience with demonstrated project-lead responsibility.
• Expert user of leading structural analysis software; Revit/BIM familiarity strongly valued.
• Proven track record guiding multidisciplinary teams and communicating complex concepts with clarity.
• U.S. work authorization and ability to work on-site in Anaheim.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive base salary plus discretionary bonus and annual merit reviews.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life coverage from day one.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous PTO, company-paid holidays, and flex Fridays after onboarding.
• Paid professional memberships, license renewals, and continuing-education stipend.
• Clear technical and leadership growth paths within a rapidly scaling organization committed to elevating its engineering talent.

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Job Summary:

This role is a hands-on engineering leadership position responsible for driving manufacturing excellence, leading New Product Introductions, and building a high-performing engineering organization. The Director of Engineering & CI plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and long-term scalability of the business.

Position Summary:

The Director of Engineering & CI is responsible for leading all engineering, manufacturing process development, and technical execution functions across the organization. This role owns New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing process optimization, and engineering team leadership, while ensuring scalable, repeatable, and high-quality manufacturing operations.

This role serves as the technical authority for CNC manufacturing operations and provides leadership over Manufacturing Engineers, CNC Programmers, and cross-functional technical resources. The position ensures that manufacturing methods, tooling, and processes support business growth, cost targets, quality objectives, and on-time delivery.

The role plays a critical leadership function in advancing Lean Manufacturing, improving throughput, reducing variation, and supporting customer and regulatory requirements in an AS9100 aerospace environment. Reporting to the General Manager, the Director Engineering Director and CI will foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality results in line with schedule and financial performance targets

Core Responsibilities

New Product Introduction (NPI) Leadership

• Own and lead all New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from engineering release through full-rate production
• Define manufacturing strategy, routing, tooling, and inspection plans for new programs
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Sales during program launch
• Ensure first-article success, manufacturability, and cost targets are achieved
• Drive rapid and repeatable production readiness

Manufacturing Engineering & Process Excellence:

• Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of:
• Manufacturing processes
• CNC machining strategies
• Work instructions and routings
• Tooling and fixturing
• Inspection and quality controls
• Establish standardized, repeatable manufacturing methods across product lines
• Improve throughput, reduce scrap, and improve yield using Lean and Six Sigma principles
• Drive process optimization using PFMEA, control plans, and root cause analysis
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, and delivery

CNC Programming & Technical Leadership:

• Provide leadership and technical oversight to CNC Programmers and Manufacturing Engineers
• Ensure best practices in:
• 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining
• Multi-spindle and multi-turret turning
• Toolpath optimization
• Program validation and prove-out
• Oversee Mastercam programming standards and documentation
• Ensure tooling libraries, setup sheets, and CNC documentation are accurate and maintained

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop Manufacturing Engineers and CNC Programmers
• Establish training plans, skill development paths, and succession planning
• Conduct performance reviews and KPI-based evaluations
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Serve as a technical mentor and escalation point for complex manufacturing challenges

Manufacturing Strategy & Capacity Planning:

• Define manufacturing strategies to support growth, margin improvement, and scalability
• Optimize labor utilization, machine capacity, and workflow layouts
• Support capital equipment planning and justification
• Collaborate with Operations to balance capacity, scheduling, and throughput
• Support make/buy decisions and vendor technical evaluations

Quality & Compliance Integration:

• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and customer-specific requirements
• Support audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with Quality to reduce NCRs, rework, and escapes
• Promote a data-driven, root-cause-focused culture

Cross-Functional & Business Support:

• Support quoting and RFQ efforts with accurate cost and process estimates
• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations leadership
• Drive technical execution of strategic initiatives
• Represent Engineering in leadership meetings and program reviews

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading engineering teams within fast-paced environments; strong management skills with the ability to motivate diverse groups.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering
• 8–12+ years of experience in aerospace or precision CNC manufacturing
• 5+ years leading Manufacturing Engineers and/or CNC Programming teams
• Strong experience with:
• CNC machining (3-, 4-, 5-axis)
• Mastercam or equivalent CAM software
• GD&T and blueprint interpretation
• Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
• ERP systems and manufacturing routings
• Demonstrated experience leading New Product Introductions (NPI)
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 quality systems
• Experience implementing Agile methodologies
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts clearly
• Ability to develop strategic plans for business continuity strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with:
• Multi-spindle / multi-turret machining
• High-mix, low-volume aerospace manufacturing
• PFMEA, SPC, and RCCA methodologies
• PMP or Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred)
• Strong background in tooling design and fixture development
• Experience managing engineering teams in regulated environments
• Leadership & team development
• Technical problem-solving
• Manufacturing process optimization
• Data-driven decision-making
• Cross-functional communication
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Join us as at ACRA Aerospace where your expertise will shape innovative solutions that propel our organization forward! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values leadership excellence and technical mastery—empowering you to make a lasting impact through your vision and dedication.

Company Description

Thermal Structures, established in 1951, is a world-class manufacturer specializing in custom fabricated insulation blankets, heat shields, fire shields, composite structures, metallic, and silicone seals. Our products are used in aerospace and industrial applications to protect engines, ducting, valves, and other mechanical equipment. Based in Corona, CA, we pride ourselves on our NADCAP-approved composites manufacturing facility and ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications. Additionally, we produce lightweight, non-metallic structures for aerospace applications and operate a metal bracket manufacturing facility at our Corona complex.

Role Description

The responsibility of the Manufacturing Engineer is to carry out the goals of the Engineering department under the direction of the Engineering Manager. As a Manufacturing Engineer where you will be at the forefront of driving innovation and efficiency in our manufacturing processes. As a key member of our team, you will be instrumental in enhancing our production capabilities and ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision. The following is a list of tasks which are included in the Manufacturing Engineer:

• Review, follow and advise on operational processes and detect areas that can be improved
• Work with maintenance team to maximize efficiencies and develop a pro-active plan to eliminate non-value activities and reduce scrap
• Support plant operations on equipment related issues that come up in the plant and helps insure smooth plant operation
• Manage execution and timely completion of engineering projects by analyzing scope and determining project specifications
• Prepare all documents needed
• Support project engineers
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and a degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Reading specifications, validate designs
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Engineering Manager

Minimum qualifications and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's Engineering degree or equivalent experience in previous positions.
• Read, write and speak English proficiently, with Spanish language helpful
• Proven ability to analyze and troubleshoot production processes
• Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to interact and communicate effectively with personnel from all levels of the organization
• Ability to work both in office and on the plant floor, in hot and cold conditions, standing / walking at least 4 hours per day

• Thermal Structures, a subsidiary of HEICO, is an industry-leading provider of insulation and composite products, backed by support that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We design and manufacture solutions that deliver superior performance in the most complex and demanding applications. From concept to completion, we have the resources to meet this challenge with world-class quality and value.

Thermal Structures, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, offering preference to protected veterans for its job openings, AAP, EEO

Salary (exempt) position

Compensation: $70,304-$92,000 annually

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Job Title: Operations Manager - Process Automation

Reports to: VP, Operational Excellence

Location: Irvine, CA

About Our Organization

RIS Rx (pronounced "RISE") is a healthcare technology startup in the pharmaceutical patient access and affordability space. We have quickly become an industry leader with a valuable service portfolio that addresses common patient access barriers, leading to better treatment outcomes and improved quality of life. Here at RIS Rx, we invite our teammates and partners to "Rise Up" with us to bring accessible healthcare to everyone.

Job Summary

We are growing exponentially so we need to build products that scale. This Operations Manager will pave the way for our PMs and Engineers by partnering with operators to measure performance, identify high ROI problems, prototype with low-code and GenAI solutions, and implement systems that pull the solution and operations towards the goal.

The ideal candidate is a structured problem solver with an eye for detail, a track record of rolling up their sleeves to experience the problem, and excellent communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Define KPIs and build dashboards to measure performance and support proactive decision-making.

• Identify, structure, and prioritize problems that affect our KPIs. Use frameworks and data to brainstorm options. Facilitate tradeoff conversations with leadership to align on a recommendation.

• Create project plans, generate cross-functional buy-in, and project manage a team to meet deliverables.

• Build low-code solutions and otherwise prototype products. Use these prototypes to clarify product requirements for PMs and engineers.

• Implement processes and systems to reduce chaos and pull operations towards KPIs.

• Be a thought partner to our operations, product, and engineering leaders.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree, ideally in a quantitative field like engineering, science, or mathematics.

• 5+ years of experience in a role that requires highly structured problem solving like engineering, consulting, finance, and supply chain management.

• Experience operating, building, or otherwise getting your hands dirty to solve the problem.

Skills

• Strong analytical problem solving and structured thinking. Able to translate ambiguity into repeatable and scalable systems.

• Thorough and detail oriented.

• Action-oriented and not afraid of solving a problem you've never seen before. A self-starter and go-getter.

• Comfortable building models in Excel or writing scripts in Python. Bonus points if you've built solutions with GenAI tools.

• Excellent communication skills and an ability to tailor your message to the audience.

• Collaborative and teammate-lifting mindset.

Senior Finance Manager

We’re hiring a highly technical Senior Finance Manager to help shape enterprise financial strategy as a real assets platform moves from rapid growth into a more institutional operating model.

This position blends corporate finance, portfolio-level analytics, and structured capital markets work. You’ll be the “modeling engine” for leadership—building institutional-quality models from the ground up and translating outputs into clear recommendations around capitalization, liquidity, and long-term value creation.

You’ll partner closely with senior decision-makers to consolidate portfolio cash flows, evaluate recapitalization paths, test securitization/structured finance options, optimize cost of capital, and uphold rigorous underwriting and diligence standards.

Key Responsibilities

1) Corporate & Portfolio Financial Strategy

• Create and maintain fully integrated three-statement corporate financial models
• Build portfolio roll-ups that consolidate asset-level operating performance and cash flows
• Evaluate recapitalization outcomes (e.g., buyout, minority/structured equity, alternative capital solutions)
• Model securitization concepts backed by stabilized affordable-housing cash flows
• Assess valuation, NAV, and cost-of-capital implications across scenarios
• Deliver sensitivity and scenario analysis to support capital allocation decisions

2) Capital Markets & Capital Stack Optimization

• Analyze refinancing approaches and structured debt alternatives
• Model multi-tranche debt structures and distribution waterfalls
• Support leverage strategy, liquidity planning, and covenant monitoring
• Produce investor-ready materials, return analytics, and capital partner reporting
• Assist with negotiations alongside lenders, equity partners, and other institutional counterparties
• Ensure adherence to JV structures, loan terms, and related compliance requirements

3) Advanced Modeling & Decision Analytics

• Build/upgrade LBO, cash flow waterfall, portfolio coverage, and capital pacing models
• Develop distribution schedules and liquidity/runway projections (13-week and longer-range)
• Standardize modeling templates to improve repeatability and controls
• Provide crisp, decision-ready insights to senior leadership

4) Affordable Housing Underwriting & Transaction Support (LIHTC-focused)

• Oversee underwriting for development and acquisition opportunities
• Improve underwriting tools and submission processes for tax credit transactions
• Lead financial diligence, data room readiness, and documentation hygiene
• Support debt, tax credit equity, and transaction closing activities
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders through execution

5) FP&A Leadership

• Own consolidated budgeting and forecasting
• Convert property-level data into corporate dashboards and management reporting
• Drive variance analysis, risk identification, and forecasting accuracy improvements
• Implement QA standards and financial controls across models and reporting
• Coach junior talent and raise the technical modeling bar

Ideal Profile

• 6–10 years of experience in real estate private equity, structured finance/credit, infrastructure investing, corporate development, real estate investment banking, or REIT/real assets FP&A
• Expert-level Excel skills with the ability to build models from a blank sheet
• Hands-on experience with: three-statement models, 13-week cash flow, LBO, portfolio roll-ups, waterfalls, and multi-tranche debt structures
• Strong understanding of capital stack mechanics and return metrics (IRR, MOIC, DSCR, ICR)
• Executive-ready communication: can explain complex outputs clearly and concisely
• Real estate background helpful, but high-caliber technical modelers from adjacent verticals are welcome

Technical Strengths

• Institutional-grade financial modeling
• Capital structure strategy and optimization
• Enterprise valuation and NAV frameworks
• Securitization / structured cash flow modeling
• Debt tranching, coverage, and covenant analytics
• Liquidity forecasting and runway analysis
• Advanced Excel (Power Query/Power Pivot preferred)
• Investor reporting and performance analytics

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self- motivated Senior Design Quality Engineer to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Job Title: Senior Design Quality Engineer

Job ID: 79890

Position Type: Full-time with HCLTech

Location: Irvine, CA

Role/Responsibilities:

Client is seeking a seasoned Senior Design Quality Engineer to support quality engineering activities for released products, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal procedures. This role involves cross-functional collaboration to manage product risks, support validation efforts, and drive continuous improvement in design and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure quality engineering activities for released products align with regulatory and internal standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain product risk management documentation:
• Risk Management Plans
• Risk Assessments
• Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Risk Management Reports
• Support the development and execution of:
• Verification & Validation (V&V) plans, protocols, and reports
• Test Method Validation
• Process validation activities (PFMEA, IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Utilize statistical tools (e.g., Minitab) for data analysis and decision-making.
• Oversee product testing and analysis to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Apply Design Control principles to support sustaining engineering efforts, including design updates and product enhancements.
• Resolve quality issues, manage design changes, and assess risks in collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Proactively identify and mitigate product risks using risk management techniques.
• Employ structured problem-solving methodologies to address product and process challenges.
• Communicate findings effectively through presentations, technical reports, and cross-functional collaboration.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: $42.78 per hour

Pay Range Maximum: $50.00 per hour

HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.

Mechanical Engineer – Aerospace Thermal Management Systems (Integration & Packaging)

Location: Onsite – Irvine CA

Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen

Role Overview

We are seeking two highly skilled Mechanical Engineers with experience in the Aerospace & Defense sector to support the development and integration of advanced thermal management subsystems used across military and commercial platforms globally.

This role focuses on mechanical subsystem development from a packaging and integration perspective, including enclosure design and integration of electronic and fluid control components such as pumps, compressors, fans, and valves. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience developing aerospace-grade subsystems within defined volume and interface constraints, ensuring high reliability, environmental robustness, and compliance with industry standards.

These roles will support programs progressing from Preliminary Design Review (PDR) toward Critical Design Review (CDR) and will involve reuse and adaptation of existing product architectures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical enclosures for aerospace electronic and control subsystems such as thermal management systems and related subsystems
• Package and integrate COTS and custom components into customer-defined volume constraints by integrating components including pumps, compressors, fans, valves, and control electronics
• Develop detailed CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks preferred)
• Conduct tolerance analysis, GD&T, stack-up analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM)
• Support prototype builds, integration activities, testing, and validation
• Implement design considerations to satisfy and qualify the environmental requirements (shock, vibration, temperature, humidity, EMI/EMC interface considerations) per MIL standards.
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, thermal, structural, and systems engineering teams
• Participate in root cause analysis and design refinement
• Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense standards and documentation practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in Aerospace & Defense mechanical subsystem development
• U.S. Citizen (No Dual Citizenship)
• Strong mechanical packaging and integration experience
• Experience designing enclosures housing electronics and fluid/mechanical components
• Exposure to thermal management systems (ECS, vapor cycle, or liquid cooling preferred but not mandatory)
• Working knowledge of rotating machinery components (fans, compressors, pumps)
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred; strong experience in other platforms acceptable)
• Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Familiarity with aerospace environmental standards (MIL-STD preferred)
• Experience supporting qualification and validation testing
• Strong understanding of materials selection for aerospace applications
• Ability to work in cross-functional engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience packaging turbomachinery components within constrained aerospace envelopes
• Exposure to controls systems integration
• Knowledge of vibration isolation and shock mitigation techniques
• Experience supporting PDR/CDR processes
• Familiarity with configuration management and aerospace documentation rigor
• Exposure to FMEA, reliability analysis, and lifecycle support

Mechanical Engineer – Aerospace Turbomachinery Systems

Location: Onsite – Irvine CA

Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen (No Dual Citizenship)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with strong turbomachinery design experience to support the development of advanced aerospace thermal management subsystems used across military and commercial platforms globally.

This role focuses on the design and development of rotating machinery, including compressors, pumps, and fans integrated within aerospace thermal systems. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing turbomachinery components from concept through validation, with strong grounding in aerodynamics, CFD, structural integrity, and high-speed rotating equipment design.

These programs are entering early development phases prior to Preliminary Design Review (PDR), requiring strong technical leadership in turbomachinery architecture, performance prediction, and mechanical robustness.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical enclosures and subsystems incorporating turbomachinery components
• Lead the mechanical design and development of turbomachinery components including compressors, pumps, and fans
• Perform aerodynamic design and optimization of rotating components
• Conduct or support CFD analysis for flow performance and efficiency validation
• Perform structural analysis of rotating components, including stress, fatigue, and rotor dynamics considerations
• Support bearing selection, shaft design, housing integration, and sealing strategies
• Define performance requirements and conduct trade studies during early-phase system architecture
• Support prototype builds, performance testing, and validation activities
• Ensure designs meet aerospace environmental requirements (shock, vibration, temperature, altitude)
• Collaborate with thermal, systems, controls, and packaging teams for subsystem integration
• Develop detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks preferred)
• Participate in root cause analysis, performance troubleshooting, and design improvements
• Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense standards and documentation practices

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen (No Dual Citizenship)
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in Aerospace & Defense mechanical subsystem development
• Direct turbomachinery design experience (compressors, pumps, fans, or similar rotating machinery)
• Experience with aerodynamic design principles and performance prediction
• Working knowledge of CFD tools and analysis interpretation
• Experience with structural analysis of rotating components (stress, fatigue, rotor dynamics fundamentals)
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred; strong experience in other platforms acceptable)
• Experience supporting early development phases and design reviews
• Familiarity with aerospace environmental standards (MIL-STD preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing turbomachinery for thermal management or Environmental Control Systems
• Familiarity with high-speed electric motor integration
• Experience with balancing, vibration mitigation, and rotating system qualification
• Exposure to FEA tools for structural validation
• Experience progressing programs through PDR/CDR