Toyon Research Corporation
Associate Mechanical Engineer
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Toyon Research Corporation
U.S. Citizenship required. Ability to qualify for a U.S. 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 3‑D 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
Benefits
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer (DOE)
including Disability and Veterans. Pay transparency nondiscrimination provision. Applicant privacy notice. Learn more about our company in our latest video, We are Toyon.
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Toyon Research Corporation
U.S. Citizenship required. Ability to qualify for a U.S. 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 3‑D 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
Benefits
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer (DOE)
including Disability and Veterans. Pay transparency nondiscrimination provision. Applicant privacy notice. Learn more about our company in our latest video, We are Toyon.
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