LHH is seeking a Mechanical Solutions Engineer – Senior on behalf of a confidential defense contractor supporting Department of Defense programs at Naval Base Point Mugu near Camarillo, CA. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity for an experienced mechanical engineer with expertise in digital engineering, mechanical design, and system integration. The role offers long-term stability, excellent benefits, and career growth within a well-established, employee-focused organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering capabilities to mechanical systems

• Create mechanical designs and CAD models for payloads and assemblies

• Perform thermal and structural FEA analysis using tools such as ANSYS or COMSOL

• Select materials and design for environmental ruggedization

• Support payload integration on platforms, including mounts and harness routing

• Produce manufacturing documentation with GD&T and tolerances

• Support vibration, thermal, and environmental testing

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design and analysis experience

• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo)

• Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, COMSOL)

• Strong knowledge of thermal analysis, environmental qualification, materials, GD&T, and manufacturing processes

• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across teams

Preferred Experience:

• Reverse engineering and solutioning

• Line Replacement Unit, Assembly, and system-level testing

• System Safety Engineering

• Participation in system-level engineering efforts, including requirements definition

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical discipline

• MS preferred

• Substitution: 6 years of relevant experience may replace a bachelor’s degree; 4 years with an associate degree

Additional Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required

• Active DoD Secret Clearance

• Must be able to work onsite and support secure laboratory access

Compensation: Annual salary range: $120,000 – $200,000, based on qualifications, experience, and location.

Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and federal holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

• Life and disability insurance

• Employee assistance programs

• Opportunities for internal mobility and career advancement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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