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Mechanical Engineer I

Irvine, California, United States · On-site

$76k–$102k/yr

Entry level

POSITION PROFILE Position Title: Mechanical Engineer I Reports To: Mechanical Engineer Manager Key Cultural Competencies: Highly ethical, honest, operates from the highest levels of integrity Passionate for his/her work,…

Skills: SolidWorks, Mechanical Design, Systems Integration, Thermal Analysis, Structural Analysis

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Mechanical Engineer I

Iris Technology

Irvine, California, United States • On-site

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  • $76k–$102k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Posted 19d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The role involves creating detailed 3D mechanical designs and product packaging using SolidWorks while ensuring thermal and structural performance. Additionally, the engineer will manage vendors, perform quality inspections, and ensure all documentation meets military and AS9100 standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least one year of experience in a technical, R&D, or manufacturing environment. Proficiency in SolidWorks and the ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings are required.

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POSITION PROFILE

Position Title: Mechanical Engineer I

Reports To: Mechanical Engineer Manager

Key Cultural Competencies:

  • Highly ethical, honest, operates from the highest levels of integrity
  • Passionate for his/her work, self motivated
  • Team player, team oriented
  • Professional in demeanor and appearance, graceful under pressure
  • Values free enterprise, patriotic
  • High work ethic
  • Lifelong learner, always seeks to grow professionally and personally
  • Responsible and accountable
  • Organized, attentive to details, strong planner
  • Clearly grasps the overall vision for the future of the company
  • Have a strong sense of service for both internal and external customers.
  • Good verbal and written communicator
  • Positive and energetic
  • Dedicated, loyal
  • Innovative
  • Flexible, embraces change
  • Produces desired results on time and on budget

Qualifications:

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • At least 1+ years of experience as an engineer in a highly technical, R&D, and/or manufacturing environment or equivalent.
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
  • Working knowledge of SolidWorks for 2D and 3D mechanical drawings preferred.
  • Systems integration experience.
  • Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience designing flight and military-grade hardware is a plus
  • Thermal and structural analysis experience is a plus

Key Results:

  • Mechanical design of products that meet or exceed customer requirements and Company specifications 100% of the time
  • Assess and select materials to fit design criteria and environmental requirements.
  • Assess and select manufacturing process to stay within or under target manufacturing costs.
  • On time and on budget project completion 100% of the time
  • All documentation to meet military standard requirements (if required by program) and AS9100 standards.
  • Ensure quality standards are met 100% of the time

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Creating product packaging concepts that are attractive, ergonomic, functional and sophisticated.
  • Preparing detailed mechanical designs (3D) using SolidWorks including fabrication and assembly drawings.
  • Analyzing mechanical designs for thermal and structural performance using SolidWorks.
  • Coordinate and manage selected vendors and ensure quality per specifications for mechanical components by performing or overseeing quality inspections and verifications.
  • Making technical presentations to existing and prospective clients.
  • Developing efficient and cost-effective, best-value type product designs.
  • Other activities as identified and assigned.

Related keywords

Mechanical EngineeringSolidWorksR&DManufacturingFlight HardwareMilitary-Grade HardwareThermal AnalysisStructural AnalysisAS9100Systems Integration2D Drawings3D ModelingFabrication DrawingsAssembly DrawingsMaterial SelectionQuality Inspection

About Iris Technology

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Powering the world’s boldest missions — on Earth and beyond.

Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1986
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
LinkedIn followers
2,135

At Iris Technology, we empower exploration, defense, and discovery with advanced tactical systems and space electronics trusted by leading pioneers and mission-critical teams. Whether it’s rugged field power solutions for the U.S. military or radiation-hardened electronics and cryocooler systems for NASA, JPL, and the Space Development Agency, our technology excels in environments where reliability is non-negotiable. But we’re more than just hardware. Our expertise encompasses secure communications, intelligence, imaging, and electro-optics, as well as innovative solutions for industrial and life science applications. Every product is engineered with agility and proven in the world’s toughest conditions — so you can stay focused on achieving your mission. Innovation drives everything we do. Ready to push the boundaries of what’s possible? Connect with us and let’s power your next breakthrough. 🌐 www.iristechnology.com

Offices: 2811 McGaw Avenue, Suite A, Irvine, CA 92614-5835, US

Portable Solar PowerTactical Power SystemsSpace Cryocooler System ComponentsAerospace TechnologyCustom Military Electronics SolutionsMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSystems EngineeringSystems IntegrationEngineering Design Services
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About Iris Technology

LinkedInVisit site

Powering the world’s boldest missions — on Earth and beyond.

Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1986
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
LinkedIn followers
2,135

At Iris Technology, we empower exploration, defense, and discovery with advanced tactical systems and space electronics trusted by leading pioneers and mission-critical teams. Whether it’s rugged field power solutions for the U.S. military or radiation-hardened electronics and cryocooler systems for NASA, JPL, and the Space Development Agency, our technology excels in environments where reliability is non-negotiable. But we’re more than just hardware. Our expertise encompasses secure communications, intelligence, imaging, and electro-optics, as well as innovative solutions for industrial and life science applications. Every product is engineered with agility and proven in the world’s toughest conditions — so you can stay focused on achieving your mission. Innovation drives everything we do. Ready to push the boundaries of what’s possible? Connect with us and let’s power your next breakthrough. 🌐 www.iristechnology.com

Offices: 2811 McGaw Avenue, Suite A, Irvine, CA 92614-5835, US

Portable Solar PowerTactical Power SystemsSpace Cryocooler System ComponentsAerospace TechnologyCustom Military Electronics SolutionsMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSystems EngineeringSystems IntegrationEngineering Design Services
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