Staff Mechanical Engineer at Arete
Los Angeles, CA
About the Job
At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges
We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence
As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth
Discover your future with us
As a Staff Mechanical Engineer at Areté, you will provide key mechanical design, drafting, assembly, and production expertise within an NPI environment
You will be responsible for generating 3D CAD and 2D drawings for the manufacturing of parts and their incorporation into electro-mechanical and opto-mechanical systems
These advanced technologies are primarily employed in maritime and aerial environments, where your expertise will contribute to our ongoing pursuit of excellence
This position is based out of our Santa Rosa, CA office
This is an exempt non-supervisory full-time position.
Primary responsibilities:
Generous PTO and Leave Times
Other Requirements
U.S
citizenship is required to meet position eligibility
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility
Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.
Other Considerations
Areté is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability
To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at
Keywords: Mechanical Engineer, Location: Northridge, CA - 91324
We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence
As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth
Discover your future with us
As a Staff Mechanical Engineer at Areté, you will provide key mechanical design, drafting, assembly, and production expertise within an NPI environment
You will be responsible for generating 3D CAD and 2D drawings for the manufacturing of parts and their incorporation into electro-mechanical and opto-mechanical systems
These advanced technologies are primarily employed in maritime and aerial environments, where your expertise will contribute to our ongoing pursuit of excellence
This position is based out of our Santa Rosa, CA office
This is an exempt non-supervisory full-time position.
Primary responsibilities:
- Create and modify 3D models for custom mechanical components.
- Produce detailed manufacturing drawings.
- Create assembly drawings and instructions.
- Coordinate the quoting process and provide fabrication support.
- Develop assembly and testing documentation, procedures, and fixtures as necessary.
- Assemble and test systems.
- Assist in lab and field test experiments.
- Travel typically ranging from 10-20%
Generous PTO and Leave Times
- Flextime Scheduling
- Bereavement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Continuing Education Funds
- Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
- Vision Reimbursement
- Creativity
- Integrity
- Passion
- Responsiveness
- Collaboration
- Experience with CAD software (Creo or Solidworks preferred)
- Extensive knowledge of GD&T and mechanical drawing principles
- Capable of implementing hardware solutions using various manufacturing techniques and tools
- Comfortable working in a hands-on general lab environment
- Proficient in using standard MS Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Able to support outdoor field tests, lab assembly, test and integration hands-on tasks, occasional lifting of hardware as required.
- Machining and fabrication experience
- Adaptable and able to support various roles in different system development projects
- Possesses intellectual curiosity and a strong desire for continuous learning
- A skilled and innovative problem solver
- Capable of working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Exhibits a strong work ethic
- Detail-oriented in approach
Other Requirements
U.S
citizenship is required to meet position eligibility
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility
Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.
Other Considerations
Areté is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability
To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at
818-885-2200
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