17 tool design engineer jobs found in El Segundo

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future space systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, test; and operational support. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of...

Overview We are seeking an Electrical Facilities Engineering Intern to support the design, documentation, and operation of electrical systems across our facilities and manufacturing infrastructure in El Segundo. This role offers hands-on experience working on real projects spanning design, construction, and day-to-day operations of critical electrical systems. Responsibilities Support the development and maintenance of electrical documentation, including single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and as-built drawings, ensuring accuracy and proper revision control. Assist in updating drawing packages to reflect field changes, redlines, and commissioning feedback across active projects. Contribute to lighting design and layout, including fixture selection, basic load calculations, and coordination with architectural and MEP teams. Assist in reviewing machine electrical specifications, ensuring alignment with facility infrastructure and supporting design coordination and construction...

About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business . Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind. Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also...

Mechanical Engineer Our Mechanical Engineering team is looking to add an experienced team member to our group of talented engineers. The Mechanical Engineer is a technical expert and high-level engineer who experienced in healthcare, responsible for technical execution, design leadership, and interdisciplinary coordination of complex mechanical systems. About HED We are a team that is full of ideas, experience, creativity, passionate opinions, insatiable curiosity, uncompromising integrity, commitment, and skill. Our culture is about aspiration, embracing change and challenges, listening to (and learning from) each other, encouraging continual learning, and inspiring collective growth. As an inclusive, integrated architecture and engineering practice, we value the diversity of perspectives, experiences, abilities, and expertise that advance both the work we do, and the world we share. Position Summary This role manages major portions of mechanical and plumbing scopes,...

Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years. What you will be doing As a Mechanical Engineer at Neros, you will own key components and subsystems within our products, starting from the conceptual design phase all the way through mass production. This is a dynamic and exciting role at a rapidly growing startup and presents an opportunity to be a foundational...

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Structures) Radiant is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and develop critical structures within Kaleidos. You will solve unique challenges creating efficient and reliable structures that facilitate fission while surviving extreme temperature environments and meeting volumetric constraints. You will be responsible for the following: trade studies, material selection, detailed structural analysis, assembly, integration, and testing. You will have an instrumental impact of fueling the first new commercial reactor design in over 50 years by 2026. Responsibilities & Duties : Ownership of critical structures such as mass-efficient transportable shielding systems, container system, and high temperature graphite and metallic systems. Conduct trade studies and develop designs to meet program requirements. Perform detailed thermomechanical analysis (static strength, durability/fatigue) and dynamic analysis (vibration,...

Senior Structures Engineer Radiant is seeking a highly motivated Senior Structures Engineer to design and develop critical structures within Kaleidos. You will solve unique challenges creating efficient and reliable structures that facilitate fission while surviving extreme temperature environments and meeting volumetric constraints. You will be responsible for the following: trade studies, material selection, detailed structural analysis, assembly, integration, and testing. You will have an instrumental impact of fueling the first new commercial reactor design in over 50 years by 2026. Responsibilities & Duties : Ownership of critical structures such as mass-efficient transportable shielding systems, container system, and high temperature graphite and metallic systems. Conduct trade studies and develop designs to meet program requirements. Perform detailed thermomechanical analysis (static strength, durability/fatigue) and dynamic analysis (vibration, shock) to...

Senior Mechanisms Engineer Radiant is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanisms Engineer to design and develop critical mechanisms within Kaleidos. You will solve unique challenges creating efficient and reliable mechanisms that control reactivity or actuate critical safety features. You will be responsible for the following: trade studies, material selection, detailed structural analysis, assembly, integration, and testing. You will have an instrumental impact of fueling the first new commercial reactor design in over 50 years by 2026. Responsibilities & Duties : Ownership of critical mechanisms such as the control blade actuator or air jacket valves. Conduct trade studies and develop designs to meet program requirements. Perform detailed thermomechanical analysis (static strength, durability/fatigue) and kinematic analysis to determine structural integrity and performance margins using both hand calculations and finite element tools. Develop and execute...

Mechanical Engineer - Turbomachinery Radiant is seeking a highly motivated engineer to join the team responsible for the power generation and primary cooling turbomachinery of our Kaleidos product. This role involves performing the mechanical design and analysis of high-speed rotating machinery including compressors, turbines, and pumps for high-temperature applications. The ideal candidate should have strong first principles in structures, fluids, and thermodynamics. Hands-on engineering experience through internships, co-op programs, research projects, or team-based design competitions (e.g., SAE, ASME, Formula SAE) is a strong advantage. Responsibilities and Duties: Design, build, and test turbomachinery for Radiant's power generation systems. Develop detailed mechanical designs for turbomachinery components, including rotors, stators, housings, and seals. Perform static and dynamic structural analyses using hand calculations and FEA tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, or...

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Sheet Metal Structures) Radiant is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and develop critical structures within Kaleidos. You will solve unique challenges creating efficient and reliable structures that facilitate fission while surviving extreme temperature environments and meeting volumetric constraints. You will be responsible for the following: trade studies, material selection, detailed structural analysis, assembly, integration, and testing. You will have an instrumental impact of fueling the first new commercial reactor design in over 50 years by 2026. Responsibilities & Duties : Ownership of critical structures such as mass-efficient transportable shielding systems, container system, and high temperature graphite and metallic systems. Conduct trade studies and develop designs to meet program requirements. Perform detailed thermomechanical analysis (static strength, durability/fatigue) and dynamic analysis...

Senior Structural Engineer Radiant is seeking a highly motivated Senior Structural Engineer to design and develop critical structures within Kaleidos. You will solve unique challenges creating efficient and reliable structures that facilitate fission while surviving extreme temperature environments and meeting volumetric constraints. You will be responsible for the following: trade studies, material selection, detailed structural analysis, assembly, integration, and testing. You will have an instrumental impact of fueling the first new commercial reactor design in over 50 years by 2026. Responsibilities & Duties : Ownership of critical structures such as mass-efficient transportable shielding systems, container system, and high temperature graphite and metallic systems. Conduct trade studies and develop designs to meet program requirements. Perform detailed thermomechanical analysis (static strength, durability/fatigue) and dynamic analysis (vibration, shock) to...

Role Overview Radiant is seeking a Loads & Dynamics Engineer to own and execute structural loads, vibration, and dynamic analyses for complex mechanical systems associated for Kaleidos, the worlds first portable microreactor and supporting hardware. You will play a critical role in ensuring structural integrity and survivability across all phases of the product lifecycle, including manufacturing, transportation, handling, deployment, and operational environments. This role requires a hands-on engineer who is comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-paced environments and collaborating closely with structures, mechanical design, thermal, nuclear, and test teams. Responsibilities Develop and own static, dynamic, and transient loads for reactor systems, support structures, and transport configurations Perform structural dynamics analyses, including modal, random vibration, shock, sine vibration, and fatigue assessments Implement explicit dynamics simulations to model...

About the Company: We are a stealth-mode Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena, CA. Our founding team hails from SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed Martin, and we are backed by Joint Staff-level military leadership and top-tier Silicon Valley rms. We're assembling a high-agency team committed to moving fast, solving hard problems, and defending what matters most. With a world-class business development & leadership team already in place, we are well positioned to capitalize on already overwhelming demand. Role Overview As our Manufacturing Engineer, you'll own the integrity of the production process from prototype to full-rate manufacturing. You will be the connective tissue between design, manufacturing, and quality-ensuring that our builds are repeatable, efficient, and reliable. You'll play a critical role in developing robust manufacturing processes, executing quality assurance strategies, and continuously improving product reliability in a...

Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years. What you will be doing Are you a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer eager to shape the future of products from the ground up? Neros, a fast-growing startup, is seeking a talented individual to own critical aspects of our products , from initial design concepts through full-scale production. This high-impact role...

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure...

About the Company: Aerospace & Defense startup currently in Stealth based in El Segundo, made up of former SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed engineers, to develop and mass produce life-saving systems. Backed by joint staff level military leadership and several major SV firms, their first product is designed for immediate deployment around the world. Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled mechanical design engineer with a strong design and testing background. You will design , prototype, analyze, and test complex vehicle components and systems for aerospace rocket/missile systems. You will own system components, subassemblies, architecture, and products from conception through to integrated testing and manufacture and be responsible for performance by executing analysis and environmental testing. Key Responsibilities : Own the design and development of next generation structures, mechanisms, and electromechanical hardware Perform hand calculations...

Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years. What you will be doing As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Neros, you will own key components and subsystems within our products, starting from the conceptual design phase all the way through mass production. This is a dynamic and exciting role at a rapidly growing startup and presents an opportunity to be a...