Mechanical Engineer

Join Our Team as a Mechanical Engineer!

Are you a hands-on mechanical engineer who enjoys designing real-world hardware that must perform in demanding environments? Do you thrive at the intersection of design, analysis, and production, working closely with cross-functional teams to bring complex systems to life? We’re seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of ruggedized electronic enclosures and assemblies for aerospace and defense applications.

About the Company:

Thomas Global Systems is a leader in the design, manufacture and support of high-integrity aviation and defense electronics, operating out of locations in Sydney, Australia and Irvine, California.

About the Role:

The Mechanical Engineer supports the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies for avionics and electronic systems. This role focuses on creating enclosures, chassis, and mounting hardware, as well as supporting electronics packaging and system integration. Working closely with electrical, systems, and manufacturing teams, the Mechanical Engineer contributes to both new product development and sustaining engineering. Responsibilities include developing CAD models and drawings, supporting analysis and testing, and assisting production teams with troubleshooting and design improvements. This role requires strong mechanical design fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

What's on Offer:

• A varied, fast paced role with an innovative and respected leader in mission-critical aerospace and defense products.
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits package.
• Join a team of skilled and motivated people committed to innovation, collaboration, and national security outcomes.

What You'll Do:

Mechanical Design

• Design mechanical components including enclosures, chassis, brackets, and mounting hardware.
• Develop 3D CAD models and mechanical drawings.

Electronics Packaging

• Support packaging of electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards.
• Design mounting solutions for connectors, circuit boards, and thermal components.

Analysis and Testing

• Support thermal and structural analysis of mechanical designs.
• Assist with environmental testing including vibration and temperature testing.

Manufacturing Support

• Support production teams with mechanical troubleshooting and design improvements.

Documentation

• Maintain mechanical drawings, BOMs, and engineering documentation.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3-7 years of mechanical design experience, ideally in aerospace, defence, electronics, or other high-reliability products.
• Proficiency with CAD and PDM tools such as Autodesk Inventor, Vault, SolidWorks, or similar, including drawing creation and release.
• Experience in electronics packaging, design for manufacture and assembly, GD&T, tolerance stack analysis, and designing for environmental requirements.

Preferred/Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience supporting products through prototype, verification, qualification, and production release.
• Experience working with suppliers and production teams to resolve design, manufacturing, and build issues.
• Strong ownership, sound engineering judgement, and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Apply now and take your career to new heights!

Base salary range of $105,000 - $125,000 per annum. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to location, skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs.

At-Will Employment Statement

Thomas Global Systems is an at-will employer. Employment with the company is voluntary and may be terminated by the employee or the company at any time, with or without cause or notice, and for any reason or no reason at all.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Thomas Global Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at HumanResources@thomas-global.com.