Structural Design Engineer

Structural Design EngineerLos Angeles Area, California$180,000 – $220,000 + equity + benefits | U.S. Citizenship requiredDesign and integrate advanced launcher and missile hardware for next generation defense platforms.Are you a Structural Design Engineer who thrives designing ruggedized mechanical systems for demanding aerospace and defense environments? Do you enjoy solving complex integration challenges involving missiles, launchers, and mission critical hardware? Do you want to lead the mechanical design of advanced defense platforms deployed in operational environments? If so, this opportunity may be the right next step for you.As the Structural Design Engineer your responsibilities will includeLeading mechanical design and integration of missile launchers, weapons hardware, and mission systemsArchitecting structural frames, mounts, mechanisms, and enclosures for high shock and vibration environmentsDeveloping detailed 3D CAD assemblies and interface control documentation for system level integrationSupporting prototyping, qualification testing, and transition from development into productionLeading mechanical integration activities with cross functional engineering, manufacturing, and platform teamsAs the Structural Design Engineer you will bringDegree in Mechanical Engineering or related disciplineExperience designing missile, rocket, launcher, or defense platform mechanical systemsHave an excellent background within structures design across Launchers, Missiles or UAS/UAV technologiesStrong CAD expertise with large assemblies using SolidWorks or similar platformsExperience with structural analysis methods including hand calculations or FEAKnowledge of ruggedized military hardware design and environmental qualification standardsThis organization develops advanced defense technologies designed for environments where reliability and speed are critical. Its systems combine sensing, distributed processing, and precision hardware to support complex operational missions.Engineers work in a high trust environment where technical ownership and rapid problem solving are encouraged. Teams collaborate closely across hardware, software, and systems engineering to move concepts quickly into operational capability.The Structural Design Engineer will lead the design and integration of critical mechanical hardware supporting advanced defense platforms.All successful applicants will be contacted within two working days.