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Mechanical Engineer

Actalent
Tustin, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/7/2026

Immediate Mechanical Engineering opportunity!

** For Immediate consideration please apply to this posting and email your resume to ayami @actalentservices.com**

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Mechanical Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in the product development and execution team. You will be responsible for providing hands-on engineering expertise in the development of various electromechanical assemblies for government customers. You will oversee product development from design to production, collaborating closely with the R&D team on prototype builds, testing, and analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Assess Technical Data Package (TDP) to formulate design, validation, and production strategies.
  • Develop and maintain program-specific Design Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (DFMEAs).
  • Lead change control, technical issue resolution, and program engineering deliverables for sub-components and final assemblies.
  • Conduct Design Reviews and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) analyses.
  • Coordinate, support, and create 2D/3D designs in SolidWorks to package sub-components into overall system assemblies.
  • Develop and execute Design Verification Plan (DVP), including reviewing government validation requirements, creating test procedures, planning test equipment calibration and fixtures, and performing engineering testing.
  • Support component and assembly builds from initial prototype through full production launch.

Essential Skills

  • Expert proficiency in SolidWorks for design and manufacturing, particularly in electromechanical assemblies such as gears, pumps, motion systems, and metallic components.
  • 5-8 years of mechanical design engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree, preferably within the aerospace and defense industry.
  • Experience with Design to Production, full life cycle, new product introduction, and concept development.
  • Proficiency in GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience launching new models/products through certification and into production.
  • Advanced and recent hands-on CAD knowledge; SolidWorks strongly preferred.
  • Experience in engineering risk management tools such as DFMEA and PFMEA.
  • Hands-on experience with testing, including test setup, calibration, writing test procedures, and reporting.
  • Experience with designing electrical content like wiring harnesses and PCBA.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Technical background with understanding of military product developments and standards.
  • Ability to perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in SolidWorks.

Work Environment

Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values autonomy and innovation. Our culture is free of politics and provides the freedom to diversify and select projects. We are a leading provider of cutting-edge military technologies, committed to excellence and innovation in designing, manufacturing, and delivering high-performance solutions for clients worldwide.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tustin, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tustin,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $50 - $60

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