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Associate Mechanical Engineer

Toyon
Goleta, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/28/2025 CLOSED ON 12/27/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Mechanical Engineer position at Toyon?

Description

U.S. Citizenship Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.


This is an on-site position located in Goleta, CA.


Toyon Research Corporation is an industry leader in the areas of complex space and missile systems analysis, aerothermodynamics, payload design and development, and ground and flight testing. Our Aerospace Systems Group provides innovative technical solutions to support aerospace programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and their agencies. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team and support the development of deployment systems for CubeSats and other small size spacecraft.


Responsibilities

  • Assist with the design, development, and testing of mechanical deployment systems for space applications
  • Support the creation of CAD models, assemblies, and detailed mechanical drawings
  • Translate technical requirements into practical design solutions
  • Contribute to mechanical documentation including build instructions, test plans, and reports
  • Collaborate with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines to ensure system performance and reliability
  • Participate in design reviews, lab activities, and integration tasks

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar program
  • 1 year of relevant engineering experience preferred, or equivalent internship or project experience for recent college graduates
  • Able to apply knowledge of mechanical design principles, structural materials, and hardware selection
  • Good understanding of engineering documentation standards (ASME Y14.5, etc.)
  • Interest in working on space systems and learning from a multidisciplinary team
  • Demonstrated detail-oriented design, analysis and documentation process, using Word/Excel/PowerPoint to communicate progress and results

Preferred

  • Experience with 3D CAD modeling—SolidWorks or Creo preferred
  • Exposure to aerospace or high-reliability environments (e.g., CubeSat, satellite, or mechanical system projects)
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100/MIL specifications
  • Hands-on prototyping or testing experience

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

  • Competitive Industry Pay
  • 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
  • HSA with Employer Contributions
  • Dental and Vision Coverage Options
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation and Sick leave
  • Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Life and Disability Insurance  
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Associate Mechanical Engineer position is $90,000 to $120,000.


The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment. 


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