Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer - Tooling

Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer - Tooling HRL Laboratories - 3.5 Camarillo, CA Job Details Full-time $140,700 - $175,950 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications CAD software Computer operation Budget management Tooling Budget control Statistical Process Control Tooling design Laboratory experience Technical report writing GD&T Key Performance Indicators Task prioritization ASME codes & standards Cleanroom Manufacturing Earned value management Research & development Manufacturing company experience Technical Proficiency AS9100 Product lifecycle management Mechanical product development projects Full Job Description HRL Laboratories pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers to help them remove limitations and create competitive advantage. HRL then transitions the work back to customers - ready for real-world application. For more than 70 years, HRL's rich portfolio of scientific discoveries and engineering innovations continues to build on each other — often in unexpected, profound and far-reaching ways. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL prioritizes purpose over profit, significantly advancing the state of the art. HRL Laboratories pioneers world-class infrared sensor systems for aerospace and defense, enhancing national capabilities through innovative solutions. We collaborate closely with our customers to transform emerging needs into high-performance outcomes. Our business model leverages our focus on advanced research and product delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction and mission success.

Position Summary:

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will own the design, simulation, and experimental analysis of cutting-edge electro-mechanical hardware assemblies, leading cross-functional teams from product inception straight through to closeout.

Essential Duties:

Generate and maintain Design, Simulate and/or conduct Experimental Analysis of advanced electro-mechanical hardware assemblies Generate product make/buy drawings with associated

KPI & GD&T

Report and present, both formally (via Design review presentations) and informally (via technology interchange meetings and slide shows) Mechanical Design and Analyses to Customers (internal and external) as well as work with Key Stakeholders to optimize System Design Maintain project budget and schedule using an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS.) Create and track device performance trends as well as manufacturing process effectiveness using SPC. Lead a team from product inception to program closeout Candidate is expected to understand Infrared hardware from a MACRO and MICRO perspective.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master's in mechanical engineering or related field Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Design and Manufacturing environment, preferably with Infrared Devices Hands-on experience working in R D and Production laboratory setting Strong background in precision alignment, chip interconnect, and adhesive bonding Capital equipment procurement and Lab design knowledge preferred Experience in Machine and/or Process Qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ.) Experience with product reviews cycles (IE

PDR/CDR/MRR/HAR

) with customers and suppliers Proficient with CAD Software (SolidWorks,) and developing and reading mechanical drawings, technical writing for build history and test reporting Must have knowledge of how PLM and MES software packages are used and control processes related to the AS9100 Revision D requirements General knowledge of GD&T is required and how it relates to processing methods Knowledge of Tool Design for specialized processing methods Understanding of

MIL, ASTM, ASME, AWS, IPC, NASA

Standards Understanding and use of Earned Value Metrics for tracking of budget, task prioritization/scheduling, and resource management

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with cryogenics is a plus. Experience with imaging components is a plus. Experience conducting thermal mechanical analysis (FEA), preferably with COMSOL or Abaqus is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

Proficiency in use of computers, engineering workstations Excellent verbal and written communication, and positive minded interaction with customers/colleagues in a deadline-driven / changing priority environment Must be self-starting and motivated Ability to work in a cleanroom with appropriate PPE. Must be able to lift 25lbs.

Special Requirements:

US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range :

$140,700 - $175,950 Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location (California). The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Benefits:

HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, Sick time, upward mobility, and an exciting and challenging work environment. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At HRL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants \u007C U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission For our privacy policy please visit: www.hrl.com/privacy We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.