Engineering Structures Jobs in Foothill Ranch California

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

Location: Onsite – Irvine CA

Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Duration: 6 months and extendable

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

Battery Pack CAE Model Build Engineer (Safety, Durability & NVH)

Irvine, CA

Onsite

C2C

Must Have Skills: Battery Pack CAE Model Design& develop, ANSA, Meshing,

Preferred: LS-Dyna, Optistruct, Nastran, Abaqus

Role Objective:

Deploy one (1) engineer to provide full vehicle CAE model build and ongoing support for battery pack CAE models across Structural Safety, Durability, and NVH domains. The engineer will build, update, debug, and deliver analysis-ready battery pack models integrated to the vehicle BIW, in accordance with Purchaser-provided standards for numbering, mesh criteria, and joining methodology.

Key Responsibilities / Scope of Services

Develop and maintain battery pack CAE models for each major build release including:

Durability models in Abaqus or OptiStruct template (per Purchaser requirement).

LS-DYNA durability sub-models for the battery system (e.g., Ground Strike, Top Strike).

NVH structural battery models in OptiStruct, including full pack content and BIW integration.

Structural Safety LS-DYNA crash models (homogenized sub-assemblies and/or higher fidelity per program phase).

Build full battery model content as required (structure, plastics, HV network, adhesives, potting) and connect to BIW using subsystem include files and master connection files (including BIW-to-subsystem connection files).

Ensure subsystems are massed per BOM; represent non-modeled content using NSM cards / mass elements and manage trimmed mass and CoG targets as required.

Implement joining representations per Purchaser standards (weld/bond/bolt); represent major bolted joints with solid bolt models and preload where required.

Deliver 0 ms LS-DYNA model debugged to pass error-free model checks; include required instrumentation (force X-sections on major load paths, accelerometers at specified locations).

Support high-fidelity explicit pack models as requested (e.g., cells, cooling plates/features, busbars, vents) and provide de-contented variants when required.

Delivery & Reporting Requirements

Deliver models in compliance with the Purchaser Model Checklist and provide a Seller delivery checklist confirming model run-readiness and documenting any deviations.

Report with each full vehicle CAE model delivery: global energy, mass scaling, and total model mass (as applicable to the domain).

Maintain consistent mesh quality and alignment across domains where required.

Minimum Qualifications (Deployed Engineer)

Demonstrated experience building vehicle CAE models, with battery pack focus preferred.

Proficiency in LS-DYNA, OptiStruct, and Abaqus (as applicable) including model assembly, BIW integration, connections/includes, and debugging.

Strong capability in mesh quality, BOM massing/NSM, joints modeling (weld/bond/bolt), and checklist-driven delivery discipline.

Job Title: R&D Test Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking R&D Test Engineers to support the development and verification of innovative drug delivery and medical device products. The selected candidates will contribute to verification and validation activities, test method development, and product testing to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal quality standards.

This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Affairs to support product development, verification strategies, and root cause investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and testing of innovative drug delivery products.
• Define and execute verification strategies, including development of verification plans, protocols, records, and reports.
• Develop scientifically justified sample size strategies in compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Design and execute engineering and verification test procedures.
• Prepare test protocols and documentation, maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, and present results to cross-functional teams.
• Analyze test data and provide technical insights and recommendations.
• Lead or support root cause investigations and implement issue resolutions.
• Define, develop, and validate test methods for product verification.
• Recommend design, process, or project improvements to enhance product performance and development efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and safety procedures.
• Review and evaluate design changes for technical and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct tests to determine physical and mechanical characteristics of materials for quality control, process control, and product development.
• Perform technical tasks according to quality and functional standards.

Required Qualifications

R&D Test Engineer

• Experience in R&D testing, product development, or verification within engineering environments.
• Strong experience in verification planning, protocol development, and testing execution.
• Demonstrated ability to lead root cause investigations and technical problem-solving.
• Experience working in regulated industries (medical devices preferred).
• Strong technical documentation and cross-functional communication skills.
• experience in engineering testing, product development, or laboratory environments.
• Basic knowledge of engineering test methods and verification processes.
• Ability to perform testing, data analysis, and documentation under supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills & Tools

Experience with the following tools and technologies is preferred:

Testing & Lab Equipment

• Zwick or Instron testing systems
• Flow measurement equipment
• Viscometers
• Climate chambers
• 3D printing technologies

Engineering & Data Tools

• SolidWorks
• Minitab
• Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN)

Project & Requirements Management

• Microsoft Project
• Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) such as LinkUS
• Requirements and Risk Management tools such as DOORS or Cockpit

The Sr Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the technical development, oversight and improvement of manufacturing processes within the area of responsibility. This individual will lead process optimization, technical problem-solving, and cross-functional manufacturing initiatives. This role is accountable for achieving senior-level competence Plans and presents engineering program and product design reviews for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications. Develops and requests design and specification change releases. Assesses and communicates impact of engineering initiatives to functional groups. The ideal candidate demonstrates advanced technical depth, measurable impact on production performance, and the ability to mentor mid-level and entry-level engineers while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders. This role is classified as Exempt for FLSA purposes and reports to the Engineering Manager.

Pay Range: $110,00.00 to $137,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

Essential Responsibilities

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• Develop, release, and maintain detailed technical work instructions for the manufacture and repair of aerospace metallic structures and assemblies, ensuring full compliance with customer(s) engineering definition and regulatory requirements.
  
• Partner with CNC Programming group to develop and implement manufacturing plan for complex metallic machined components/assemblies.
  
• Provide advanced technical support to Quality and Operations teams to achieve site-level Safety, Cost, Quality, and Delivery (SCQD) objectives; act as a primary escalation point for complex manufacturing issues.
  
• Partner with Purchasing and Sales during the quoting process to define manufacturing approach, assess technical risk, establish labor standards, and ensure cost competitiveness.
  
• Establish and validate operational standard hours using time studies and process analysis; drive accuracy in routing and capacity planning assumptions.
  
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and model-based definitions to ensure manufacturability; translate design requirements into controlled shop-floor documentation.
  
• Train and mentor operators and junior engineers on manufacturing methods, process controls, and quality standards; elevate overall technical capability of the team.
  
• Lead productivity and cost-reduction initiatives through Lean principles, waste elimination, and process optimization; quantify and report measurable performance improvements.
  
• Develop, validate, and industrialize manufacturing processes for new product introduction (NPI), ensuring processes meet defined capability, repeatability, and quality targets prior to production release.
  
• Evaluate nonconforming components and determine repair feasibility; develop and validate repair schemes in coordination with Engineering and Quality functions
  

The individual is required to be a supportive member of Environmental Safety & Health (ESH) and Quality System policies to provide a safe work place and eliminate conditions and behaviors which may cause work related illnesses and/or injuries while delivering quality product and services on time.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or relevant technical discipline, or HS Diploma/GED w/equivalent composite/aerospace manufacturing/repair experience. 5+ years of technical experience with composites and/or aerospace components production or repair.

Desired Characteristics

• Demonstrated experience creating, structuring, and maintaining complex multi-level Bills of Material (BOMs) for aerospace assemblies, ensuring configuration control and production readiness.
• Proven experience in the developing and implementing machining strategies of large-scale metallic aerospace structures, including fixturing for both Milling and Turning.
• Hands-on experience machining large metallic aerospace components, including process planning, tooling strategy, and dimensional validation.
• Strong proficiency in engineering drawing interpretation, including advanced Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) application and tolerance analysis.
• Working knowledge of CAD systems such as CATIA, SolidWorks, NX; ability to interrogate models to support manufacturability and tooling design decisions.
• Experience designing and validating manufacturing tooling for, including production fixtures, machining/holding fixtures and assembly aids.
• Demonstrated change management capability, including leading engineering change implementation across cross-functional teams; ability to manage risk, stakeholder alignment, and execution discipline.
• Strategic thinker capable of translating high-level engineering change initiatives into structured, tactical execution plans; analytical, data-driven, and results-oriented.
• Strong background in continuous improvement methodologies including Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and ACE; proven record of measurable operational improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence across organizational levels; demonstrated ability to build engagement and sustain a culture of operational excellence
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) required.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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Senior Technical Writer / Lead (Engineering SME)

Hybrid

Irvine, CA

Role Summary

The Senior Technical Writer / Lead will serve as the primary lead for documentation quality, consistency, and coordination across validation reporting and planning activities. This individual will work closely with Auto OEM engineering teams to synthesize technical inputs into formal reports and plans while helping define future-state templates and documentation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and standardization of validation test reports and test plans
• Convert raw test data and engineering inputs into accurate, structured, and professional technical documentation
• Collaborate with validation and engineering teams to gather input, clarify requirements, and ensure technical accuracy
• Establish consistency in document structure, language, terminology, and quality across deliverables
• Help develop and refine future-state reports and plan templates
• Create or coordinate technical diagrams, set up illustrations, and procedural content as required
• Guide supporting writers and minimizing ramp-up time for the extended team
• Work within Auto OEM systems and workflows, including Jira, Hex, and other internal platforms

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
• Proven experience in technical writing within engineering, validation, testing, or product development environments
• Strong ability to interpret engineering discussions, data sets, and validation outputs
• Experience developing test reports, validation documentation, test plans, procedures, and technical templates
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical documentation workstreams or coordinate multi-resource delivery
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Must be able to work in a hybrid onsite U.S. model

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive, EV, systems engineering, or validation environments
• Familiarity with engineering data, test setups, and documentation workflows in hardware or vehicle programs
• Experience producing diagrams, process visuals, or setup illustrations as part of technical documentation

OUR COMPANY:

DISPLAYIT Inc. stands as an acclaimed designer and manufacturer, specializing in the creation of structured experiential environments. Established in 1998 in Irvine, California, currently expanding operation in Texas. DISPLAYIT is dedicated to designing, constructing, and installing innovative structural branded solutions that convey a cohesive brand message for our valued customers.

At the heart of our success is a team of highly talented individuals who collaborate creatively at the highest level, aiming to deliver the finest custom experiences. Our commitment is underscored by our relentless pursuit of creative solutions to exceed customer expectations. We exist not only to meet but to surpass the needs of our customers, and our unwavering focus is on operational efficiency.

Join us in our journey at our state-of-the-art facilities located in the vibrant city of Irvine, where innovation and excellence converge.

SUMMARY:

The additional Technical Draftsperson will play a key role in our engineering department, collaborating closely with the design, fabrication, and project management teams to translate conceptual design into well-coordinated, technically accurate construction documents. This role requires a firm grasp of fabrication methods, architectural detailing, industry standards, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The selected candidate will contribute to projects across the entire design-to-fabrication spectrum, ensuring precision, efficiency, and adherence to project timelines. Under the direction of the Project Manager and Director of Design/Technology, the 3D Technical Designer/Drafter produces shop drawings for multiple elements or entire projects. The ideal candidate must possess excellent technical design skills and some leadership skills to develop and implement solutions and communicate them to stakeholders effectively.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop detailed shop drawing packages and architectural drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and details, to provide clients, project managers, and fabrication leads with an accurate representation of the design intent, scope of work, materials, and fabrication/assembly methods.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure seamless integration of aesthetic and functional aspects into technical drawings. Proactively identify potential design and fabrication issues and propose solutions.
• Meet deadlines and achieve high-quality, on-budget outcomes by establishing and maintaining effective communication among the project team, fabricators, clients, vendors, contractors, and consultants.
• Conduct thorough reviews of technical documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Implement best practices and standards to accelerate project timelines while maintaining quality.
• Ensure the design complies with company standards, client requirements, and other specifications (ADA, Building Codes, etc.)
• Prepare facility impact documentation to share with the architect, client, and general contractors, detailing the necessary infrastructure to integrate and install the exhibit.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements within the design and engineering workflow. Utilize relevant software tools and platforms to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of fabrication drawings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture Industrial Design, Interior Design, or other related Design/Engineering specialization preferred.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of post-college experience as a drafter/detailer for one or more of the following fields: Cabinetry/Millwork, Furniture, Retail, Hospitality, Commercial Architecture, Museum, Trade Show Exhibits, Theater, and Amusement Park projects.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D Design in Rhino or a willingness to learn it within a few months of starting.
• Exceptional proficiency in at least one of the following programs: Rhino, AutoCAD, Fusion, Inventor, SolidWorks, SketchUp, Vectorworks, ArchiCAD, and Revit.
• Strong knowledge of materials/finishes, fabrication tools, and techniques to develop highly detailed 3D models, fabrication drawings, and assembly instructions supporting the design/manufacturing process.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• General knowledge of building design and documentation
• Fabrication experience is a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, as well as interpret verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and drawings simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines with limited supervision.
• Experience designing or programming for CNC and Laser Cutting Machines preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, PDF editors, and other support software.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English is a plus.

COMPETENCIES

• Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Customer Service--Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items that may exceed 35 pounds

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Lead Enterprise Tooling Engineer — Tenant Inc.

Overview

Tenant Inc. is modernizing its enterprise tooling, automation, and visibility ecosystem to better support our engineering, operations, finance, sales, and customer support teams. The Lead Enterprise Tooling Engineer plays a critical role in this transformation by owning the strategy, architecture, and execution of integrations across Jira, Microsoft 365, HubSpot, Zendesk, Intuit Enterprise, ERP systems, and internal platforms. This role ensures that our business systems work together seamlessly, data flows reliably across the organization, and leaders have a unified view of operational performance.

By connecting enterprise tools with application telemetry and APM insights, this position enables a single source of truth for workflow health, customer impact, and cross-system reliability. The ideal candidate blends technical expertise with business acumen, ensuring that tooling investments directly support Tenant’s operational goals and modernization roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Tooling Architecture & Integration

• Design and maintain the integrations that connect our core business systems, ensuring information flows consistently across Jira, Microsoft 365, HubSpot, Zendesk, Intuit Enterprise, ERP platforms, and internal applications.

• Build automated workflows and API-driven processes that reduce manual effort, eliminate redundant work, and improve data accuracy.

• Lead the unification of identity, permissions, and user lifecycle management across enterprise tools to support operational efficiency and compliance.

• Oversee cross-platform data synchronization for contacts, leases, tickets, financial data, and operational workflows to ensure a consistent and reliable customer and business experience.

APM, Observability & Unified Visibility

• Integrate observability and APM platforms (OpenSearch, Prometheus, Grafana, New Relic, Catchpoint, CloudWatch, clickstream analytics) with enterprise systems to provide end-to-end visibility across the business.

• Connect system telemetry with business workflows—linking application performance to Jira issues, Zendesk tickets, HubSpot activities, and ERP events.

• Develop executive-ready dashboards that consolidate operational KPIs, workflow performance, integration health, and customer impact into a single pane of glass.

• Implement alerting and automated correlation to help teams identify issues faster and understand their business implications.

• Partner with DevOps and SRE to ensure observability data is actionable and accessible across the organization.

Workflow Automation & Process Optimization

• Design automated workflows that streamline processes across engineering, support, sales, finance, and operations.

• Build Jira workflows, dashboards, and governance structures that support predictable releases and cross-team alignment.

• Automate HubSpot → Jira → Zendesk → ERP workflows to reduce handoffs, shorten cycle times, and improve customer responsiveness.

• Partner with Finance to automate Intuit Enterprise and ERP processes such as invoicing, reconciliation, and reporting.

API Engineering & Custom Development

• Develop and maintain custom integrations, middleware, and internal tools that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual work.

• Implement reliable error handling, monitoring, and logging to ensure integrations remain stable and transparent.

• Ensure all integrations meet security, scalability, and compliance requirements.

Data Quality, Governance & Observability

• Establish data governance standards that ensure accuracy, consistency, and auditability across enterprise tools.

• Implement monitoring and alerting for integration health and workflow performance.

• Partner with Security and Compliance to maintain SOC2, PCI, and internal governance standards.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as the strategic and technical leader for enterprise tooling, automation, and observability initiatives.

• Partner with Engineering, Product, Support, Sales, Finance, and Operations to understand business needs and translate them into scalable solutions.

• Mentor engineers and administrators across Jira, HubSpot, Zendesk, and Microsoft 365.

• Promote best practices for automation, documentation, and cross-system reliability.

Operational Excellence

• Lead root cause analysis for integration and workflow issues, ensuring long-term solutions rather than short-term fixes.

• Reduce manual effort across departments through automation and improved tooling.

• Maintain clear documentation for integrations, workflows, and system dependencies.

• Evaluate new tools, vendors, and opportunities to improve operational efficiency and business outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years in enterprise tooling, business systems engineering, DevOps, or integration engineering.

• Deep experience with APIs for Jira, Microsoft 365, PowerBI, HubSpot, Zendesk, and similar SaaS platforms.

• Hands-on experience with observability and APM platforms (OpenSearch, Prometheus, Grafana, New Relic, Catchpoint, CloudWatch, clickstream analytics).

• Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Node.js, PowerShell).

• Experience designing workflow automation across multiple business systems.

• Strong understanding of identity management, SSO, and permission models.

• Experience with data governance, monitoring, and integration reliability.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with business stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Intuit Enterprise, ERP systems, or financial system integrations.

• Background in multi-tenant SaaS environments.

• Experience improving customer experience through event-driven architectures (webhooks, queues, EventBridge, SNS/SQS).

• Familiarity with ETL pipelines, data warehousing, and analytics platforms.

• Experience supporting engineering release workflows and IT DevOps processes.

Success Indicators at Tenant Inc.

• A unified, executive-ready view of operational performance that connects APM telemetry, enterprise workflows, and business outcomes.

• Automated, reliable workflows across Jira, HubSpot, Zendesk, Microsoft 365, and ERP systems.

• Significant reduction in manual work across engineering, support, sales, and finance.

• Clean, consistent, and governed data across enterprise tools.

• Reliable integrations with clear dashboards, alerting, and business impact visibility.

• Strong cross-team alignment and measurable improvements in operational efficiency.

• A scalable, well-documented tooling architecture that supports Tenant’s modernization strategy.

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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

Position Title: Applied AI Systems Engineer

Location: Orange County, California (Hybrid)

Reports To: Head of Operations

Position Summary

This role is responsible for architecting, building, and deploying a production-grade AI operating system that automates core workflows across leasing, property management, accounting, construction coordination, and asset management.

The engineer will design and implement AI agents, document intelligence systems, and workflow automation pipelines that reduce manual processing, improve accuracy, and increase operational scalability across a commercial real estate portfolio.

This position requires strong systems thinking, rigorous technical execution, and the ability to translate complex operational processes into reliable automation.

Core Objectives

• Build an internal AI platform that automates high-volume operational workflows
• Reduce manual processing time and administrative overhead
• Improve accuracy, speed, and decision visibility across departments
• Establish scalable systems that support portfolio growth without proportional staffing increases

Primary Responsibilities

• AI Platform Architecture & Development
• Design and deploy AI agents to automate operational and administrative workflows
• Build LLM-powered systems for document review, data extraction, and decision support
• Develop retrieval-based systems leveraging leases, financial data, contracts, and SOPs
• Implement evaluation, monitoring, and continuous improvement frameworks

Lease & Document Intelligence Automation

• Build tools to extract key lease terms, obligations, and risk clauses
• Automates lease abstraction and document comparison workflows
• Develop compliance and deadline tracking systems
• Enable searchable knowledge retrieval across lease and legal documents

Leasing & Asset Management Automation

• Automate LOI comparison and deal workflow summaries
• Build dashboards summarizing tenant performance, lease milestones, and risk exposure
• Support market intelligence and tenant prospecting research
• Develop underwriting support and reporting tools

Property Management & Financial Workflow Automation

• Automate CAM reconciliation data processing and variance detection
• Streamline tenant reporting and communication workflows
• Track vendor contracts, compliance deadlines, and service obligations
• Extract and structure financial data from operational documents

Data Infrastructure & Knowledge Systems

• Structure internal documents and data for AI retrieval and automation
• Build document ingestion, indexing, and retrieval pipelines
• Implement vector search and knowledge retrieval systems
• Maintain data integrity, access control, and auditability

Systems Integration & Deployment

• Integrate AI tools with property management, accounting, CRM, and document platforms
• Deploy systems within secure cloud environments
• Implement logging, monitoring, performance, and cost controls
• Ensure reliability and scalability of deployed systems

Collaboration & Implementation

• Translate operational workflows into technical automation solutions
• Work directly with leadership to prioritize automation opportunities
• Train teams and implement adoption workflows
• Establish standards for responsible and secure AI usage

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative discipline
• Demonstrated success in a rigorous academic or research environment
• 3–7+ years building production software, automation systems, or applied AI solutions
• Strong Python development and API integration experience
• Experience working with structured and unstructured data
• Experience deploying systems in cloud environments
• Strong understanding of system architecture and data pipelines
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving ability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building document intelligence or contract analysis systems
• Experience with retrieval systems and vector databases
• Experience automating financial or operational workflows
• Experience integrating AI into business operations environments
• Experience in real estate, finance, logistics, or operations-heavy industries
• Evidence of research, technical publications, competitive programming, or open-source contributions

Technical Environment (Representative)

• Python and API-based architectures
• LLM platforms and agent orchestration frameworks
• Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• SQL and vector databases
• Workflow orchestration and automation tools
• Version control, logging, and monitoring systems

Success Metrics

• Performance in this role will be evaluated by:
• Reduction in manual administrative workload
• Automation coverage across operational workflows
• Accuracy and reliability of AI-driven outputs
• Adoption and usage across departments
• Operational efficiency gains and cost reductions

Work Environment

• Hybrid work model with in-person collaboration in Orange County
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership and operational teams
• High autonomy in system architecture and implementation decisions

Senior Product Designer – Softgoods (Golf Bags & Luggage)

Ghost Golf | Irvine, California | Full-Time | On-Site

Ghost Golf is one of the fastest-growing premium brands in golf. We design high-performance golf bags, accessories, and apparel for golfers who demand exceptional quality, thoughtful functionality, and modern design.

As our brand continues to grow, we are making a significant investment in expanding our golf bag and travel product categories, including the development of a complete luggage ecosystem designed specifically for the modern golf traveler.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Designer – Softgoods to help lead the design and development of these products. This role will focus heavily on golf bags, travel bags, and luggage, and requires deep experience in softgoods design, materials, construction, and factory development.

The ideal candidate has experience designing and bringing complex bag products to market and understands the entire process from concept to manufacturing.

This position is based in Irvine, California and requires full-time, in-office work. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available.

Role Overview

The Senior Product Designer will play a critical role in shaping the future of Ghost Golf’s golf bag and travel product lines.

This role involves improving existing products while designing entirely new categories of bags and travel gear. The position requires a strong balance of creative design, technical product development, and factory collaboration.

You will work closely with internal teams and manufacturing partners to ensure products are designed, developed, and produced at the highest level of quality and performance.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Design and develop premium golf bags, travel bags, and luggage systems that align with the Ghost Golf brand and product standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing new golf bags and improving existing bag products
• Leading the design and development of a complete luggage system for golf travel, including carry-on luggage, check-in luggage, duffels, backpacks, garment bags, and travel accessories
• Translating product concepts into technical drawings and production-ready tech packs
• Selecting and sourcing materials including fabrics, trims, hardware, zippers, and structural components
• Working directly with factories to review samples, refine construction methods, and solve development challenges
• Managing the sampling and prototype process through development and pre-production
• Ensuring designs meet requirements for functionality, durability, quality, and manufacturability
• Collaborating with product, sourcing, and leadership teams throughout the development process
• Researching new materials, technologies, and manufacturing techniques relevant to softgoods design
• Managing multiple product developments while maintaining development timelines

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

A suitable background would include the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum 7+ years of experience designing softgoods products
• Experience designing golf bags, travel bags, luggage, or similar technical bag products
• Degree from a recognized design school (Industrial Design, Product Design, Fashion Design, or related field)
• Proven ability to create detailed tech packs for manufacturing
• Strong understanding of softgoods construction, materials, and bag engineering
• Experience working directly with overseas factories and manufacturing partners
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, trims, hardware, and bag construction techniques
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and standard product development tools
• Ability to manage multiple product developments simultaneously
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Experience

• Direct experience designing golf bags
• Experience developing luggage systems or travel collections
• Experience working with premium materials and high-end products
• Experience working with Asian manufacturing partners

Candidates without golf industry experience may still be considered if they bring exceptional experience designing luggage or technical softgoods products.

To Be Successful in This Role

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Deep understanding of bag design and softgoods construction
• Strong attention to detail and product execution
• Ability to balance design vision, functionality, and manufacturability
• Comfort working directly with factories to refine designs
• Passion for building exceptional products and pushing design forward

Location

This role is based in Irvine, California.

This is a full-time, in-office position.

Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available.

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, candidates must email their application materials directly.

Please send the following to:

Include:

• Resume

• Portfolio link or PDF showcasing softgoods design work

• Examples of bags, luggage, travel gear, or similar products you have designed

Email Subject Line: Senior Softgoods Designer Application – [Your Name]

Applications submitted through LinkedIn or other job platforms without emailing the required materials will not be reviewed.