Mechanical Systems Engineer

Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking an Airframe Design Engineer for a direct opportunity in Torrance, CA.

Client is offering salary increases twice a year. Comprehensive group health plans including medical EPO, PPO and High Deductible Health Plans with Health Savings Account, dental, vision and other supplemental plans which begin on the day you begin employment with Client. Supplemental Plans include Voluntary Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Client offers a competitive 401k Plan.


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
•Must have at least 6-10 years experience
•Direct experience designing metallic aircraft primary structures
•Direct experience with computer aided design and modeling with a focus on design for manufacturing and the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
•Understanding of aircraft certification requirements
•Strong understanding of aircraft design principles, structures, loads, and mechanical systems
•Must be a proven self-starter requiring minimal supervision, with strong problem-solving skills
Excellent academic record
•Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
•Team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work well with other

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Design, develop, integrate, and verify airframe structures through the product development cycle
•Conduct preliminary analysis of loads and stress to inform design decisions
•Create detail, assembly, and installation design definitions using CAD software
•Oversee the development and manufacturing of prototype articles
•Develop requirements, specifications, and processes
•Identify, plan, and conduct tests for components, assemblies and aircraft in the laboratory, ground, and flight test environment as necessary to include test planning, conformity, instrumentation, test conduct, data analysis, and issue resolution
•Interface with other engineers to determine the operating environment for design elements and resolve issues found during development and certification
•Validate that designs meet customer expectations, design objectives, and the requirements of 14 CFR Part 27
Interface with suppliers to identify solutions to design problems, establish requirements, and ensure requirements are satisfied
•Report project status, schedules, and risks
•Develop processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the work

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
•Accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering or a related engineering field or equivalent work experience


WORK HOURS:
•Full-Time
•Must be able to work 1st and 2nd shifts


 
Job Number: 217834
Job Location: Torrance, CA
Rate: Up to $150000.00 DOE
Input Date: 04/10/2026
Firm Name: CHIPTON ROSS
Attention: Anthony Ho
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: anthony.ho@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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