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Conducting trade‑studies to drive design changes with DFM and bring‑up internal manufacturing capabilities will be the central focus of the role. Help establish the company’s standards for process control and test criteria and execute on CapEx plans to enable product launch and ramp.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nDesign hardware and develop manufacturing processes to enable low cost, high reliability systems\n\nOwn the bring‑up of internal manufacturing processes including welding, fastening, adhesives, coatings, heat treatments, assembly, etc\n\nEstablish company standards for controlling manufacturing processes in production and the associated test requirements necessary to ensure product life expectancy\n\nCo‑develop product requirements to drive business direction in CapEx and make‑vs‑buy strategies\n\nCreate detailed models and engineering drawings in SOLIDWORKS\n\nConduct rigorous testing and iteration cycles to ensure reliability and robust performance across all environments and operational scenarios\n\nContinuously develop manufacturing processes to achieve high‑rate, high‑yield, and dependable production.\n\nEstablish and manage an effective product lifecycle, from supply chain sourcing through final assembly and integration, balancing cost efficiency, production complexity, and quality standards; closely coordinate with partner teams to develop and operate an optimized in‑house manufacturing line.\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or a related technical discipline\n\n3‑10 years of hands‑on project experience developing manufacturing processes\n\nExperience with trade‑studies to direct business decisions through development campaigns\n\nProficient in 3D CAD (SOLIDWORKS preferred)\n\nFamiliarity with different welding, fasteners, and special processes and the associated qualifications for different materials and different production rates\n\nAbility to manage large assembly models and drawings\n\nSolid understanding and application of GD&T, mechanical engineering fundamentals, and failure modes of complex mechanical systems\n\nPrior ownership of a complex manufacturing process with knowledge of how to introduce a process from scratch into production\n\nFamiliarity with manufacturing processes and how to design for manufacturability\n\nExposure to a variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (motion systems, dispense systems, temperature controllers, laser distance sensors, injection molders, die casters, etc.)\n\nSelf‑motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills\n\nAdditional Requirements\n\nMust be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.\n\nITAR\nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Singularity Defense","rawCompany":"singularity defense","city":"Placentia","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T03:44:00.832Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"336419","title":"Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mechanical Engineer (Processes)","description":"We are a stealth-mode Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena, CA. 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