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Mechanical Design Engineer 2

APPLIED COMPOSITES INC
Los Alamitos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026

Applied Composites (AC) is seeking an Engineer 2, Mechanical who will provide extended expertise in developing, designing and testing a wide range of aerospace composites and mechanical products to meet stringent requirements and specifications. Performs mechanical development and integration assignments.

About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provides extended expertise in the design, development, testing of mechanical components & Composite Structures
  • Participates in engineering activities to define product requirements, create designs, perform simulation testing and validation of final hardware components
  • Performs mechanical component development and integration, while using Computer-Aided-Design concepts
  • Works as part of the Mechanical Engineering Team to meet high level of engineering standards per design specifications
  • Uses existing procedures to solve a range of problems; analyzes information and standard practices to make judgments
  • Solves a variety of mechanical engineering issues and improves existing designs
  • Improve and implement composite manufacturing processes
  • Performs value analysis during the product design phase while optimizing product development costs
  • Other responsibilities as assigned


Job Specifications:

Education: Post-secondary degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
 

Years' Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience
 

Skills:

  • Excellent ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving
  • Proficient with CAD and 3D modeling
  • Advanced knowledge and ability to apply core concepts of engineering (mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science, structural analysis and electricity)
    • Should have direct experience in performing a variety structural and or thermal analysis of composite hardware and structures
  • Ability to explain a range of complex technical information
  • Prior experience with Siemens NX and Simcenter highly preferred
  • Strong GD&T and drafting skills Required
  • Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion
  • Experience with composite design and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to manage an engineering project on time and within budget
  • Support larger company goals and or engineering requests 


Benefits:
 
At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

 

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000

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